Texas senators Cornyn and Cruz defend Trump's firing of Comey
The two senators from Texas said Wednesday that President Donald Trump was within the bounds of his authority to fire now-former FBI Director James Comey. Full Story
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Swarm of Texas Democrats vying for two Republican seats in U.S. House
Control for the U.S. House could run through Texas, thanks to a flood of Democrats lining up to challenge two longtime GOP incumbents – John Culberson of Houston and Pete Sessions of Dallas. Full Story
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Trump's first 100 days tax Texans on Capitol Hill
The early days of the Trump presidency have exhausted, exasperated and enthralled members and staffers in Texas' congressional delegation. Full Story
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Whole Woman's Health CEO on Texas, Trump and the future of women's health care
The Texas Tribune spoke to Whole Woman's Health founder and CEO Amy Hagstrom Miller ahead of the Friday reopening of the organization's Austin location. Full Story
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Trump agrees not to terminate NAFTA
After a trial balloon went over poorly with Congress, Trump told foreign leaders he won't end the trade agreement just yet. Full Story
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Texas leaders to Trump: Houston needs billions for hurricane protection
Dozens of Texas politicians and business leaders are urging President Donald Trump to commit $15 billion toward protecting the Houston area from a devastating hurricane. Full Story
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Hectic week awaits Texans in Congress amid shutdown fears
Texas members will face a pressing government funding deadline when they return to Congress on Tuesday, as well as a possible second attempt by Republican leaders to pass a sweeping health care bill. Full Story
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Border wall plans spur effort to help Texas landowners with eminent domain
As the Trump administration sets its sights on building a barrier on the country's southern border, a group of Texas attorneys aims to help border residents ensure they are properly compensated for whatever land the government seizes. Full Story
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Poll: Trump approval rating underwater in Texas
More Texans disapprove of the job President Trump is doing than approve, according to a Texas Lyceum poll released Wednesday, which also included early polling on a possible U.S. Senate race between Ted Cruz and Beto O'Rourke. Full Story
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Cruz defends House Freedom Caucus against White House critics
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, on Tuesday defended conservative lawmakers against what he described as critics in the White House who are not serving President Donald Trump's best interests. Full Story
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Cruz concerned Democrats will trigger government shutdown
With Congress about to consider a must-pass spending bill to avoid a government shutdown, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz said Monday that he was concerned Senate Democrats would "engage in across-the-board obstruction." Full Story
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White House greenlights a new immigration-detention center in Texas
A private-prison company announced Thursday that it will build a $110 million detention complex in the city of Conroe near Houston as part of a 10-year, renewable contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Full Story
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Trump likely to eye treaties, E-Verify as part of immigration strategy
Former immigration and border officials say the Trump administration is floating ideas that range from nullifying treaties to expanding employment screenings. Full Story
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![To promote regular wildlife movement for animals like endangered ocelots, "cat holes" were built in the border fence at 8.5 x 11 inches. Ordered under the George W. Bush administration, an existing incomplete border wall along the Rio Grande River in South Texas has had environmental and cultural impacts.]()
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Mexican journalist's case suggests changes to asylum process under Trump
A Mexican reporter who sought asylum in El Paso after receiving death threats has been detained by federal officials —despite having passed an initial test to determine whether he faces a "credible fear" back home, his attorney said. Full Story
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Here's where Texans in Congress stand on Trump's Syrian airstrikes
Texans in Congress mostly backed President Donald Trump's recent airstrikes in Syria, according to a Tribune survey of the delegation. Full Story
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Cornyn, Cruz part of Senate vote confirming Gorsuch to Supreme Court
The U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday morning. Full Story
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Cornyn, Cruz join Senate GOP in ending filibuster on Trump's Supreme Court nominee
A senator's ability to filibuster a U.S. Supreme Court nominee ended on Thursday. Full Story
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Midland congressman to lead House investigation into Russian hack
U.S. Rep. Mike Conaway, R-Midland, now has one of the most sensitive assignments in Congress. Full Story
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Congress passes bill rolling back internet privacy rules
House Republicans passed a bill Tuesday that will allow internet service providers to continue to sell users' browsing habits to advertisers. Full Story
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Texas GOP welcomes Trump order repealing climate regulations
Texas Republicans and fossil fuel champions are celebrating an executive order signed by President Trump on Tuesday aimed at curtailing Obama-era climate regulations, calling it a win for utility customers and the state economy. Full Story
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