Abbott recommends sweeping data center regulation, including eliminating sales tax exemption
The recommendations for legislative action amount to a striking call for industry regulation by the Republican governor in a state that has long prided itself on being a favorable environment for business.
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Texas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witness
Charles Flores wants to use Texas’ “junk science” law to appeal his conviction, saying it was improperly based on testimony from a neighbor who was hypnotized by police.
Indian group targeted by Trump scored policy wins after backing Texas firm tied to president’s son
New details of the $100 million investment into America First Refining by one of the richest men in Asia reveal the role Donald Trump Jr. has played.
Government watchdog says Texas detention center wasted up to $11.5 million before detainees arrived
A U.S. General Accounting Office report found a host of problems at El Paso’s Camp East Montana, including a contractor losing a loaded gun on the property after it opened.
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