Kerr County failed to secure a warning system, even as local officials remained aware of the risks and as billions of dollars were available for similar projects.
The announcement could have a significant impact on the race for U.S. Senate in Texas. Mr. Paxton is challenging Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary.
The announcement could have a significant impact on the race for U.S. Senate in Texas. Mr. Paxton is challenging Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary.
Democrats criticized Gov. Greg Abbott for seeking a redistricting, favored by President Trump’s political team, just days after devastating floods in Texas.
Gov. Greg Abbott added redistricting to a special session set to start later this month. The session was already going to consider new legislation to improve how the state prepares for floods.
The surging waters began tearing through Central Texas four days ago. A rescue expert said that people who survive a violent flood are usually found rapidly.
A proposed housing development with a mosque at its center drew scrutiny from Texas Republicans, who feared the project would discriminate against non-Muslims.
Terry Virts, an early entrant in the Democratic field targeting Senator John Cornyn’s seat, appeared eager to take on his own party as well as President Trump’s.
Terry Virts, during a panel discussion at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington in 2016. On Monday, he announced that he would be running for Senate in Texas.
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