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Gov. Greg Abbott says Tren De Aragua gang is ‘growing threat’ in Texas
WEB5 days ago · Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced he was designating Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua as a "foreign terrorist organization" during a Monday morning press conference in Houston. "We are not going ...
U.S. government sues Texas over Gov. Greg Abbott’s floating …
WEBJul 24, 2023 · The U.S. Justice Department announced Monday it is suing Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott after the state declined to remove the floating barrier deployed earlier this month on the Rio Grande near...
How Greg Abbott consolidated power like no other Texas …
WEBOct 25, 2022 · Greg Abbott has used executive orders to bypass the Legislature and local officials on issues such as immigration, COVID-19 and abortion. His actions have drawn criticism from some Republicans...
Greg Abbott signs Texas bill letting police arrest migrants who …
WEBDec 19, 2023 · Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday signed legislation that makes it a criminal offense to enter the state illegally, setting up a potential clash with President Joe Biden's administration over...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott demands answers as ... - Associated Press News
WEBJul 15, 2024 · DALLAS (AP) — With around 270,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday said he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the area as well as answers about its preparations for upcoming storms.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs $18 billion tax cut package for Texas …
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a bill that would reduce school taxes for all property owners and offer new tax relief for some businesses. The package, which needs voter approval, is a key...
How Texas Gov. Greg Abbott divided Democrats on immigration …
WEBDec 17, 2023 · CHICAGO — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott knows he’s wreaking havoc by sending busloads of migrants from his border towns to sanctuary cities. The signs are evident.
Greg Abbott Celebrates Court Victory On Texas Border Barrier
WEBJul 31, 2024 · Texas Governor Greg Abbott celebrated after a federal appeals court ruled a floating barrier in the Rio Grande meant to discourage migrants from crossing into the state can remain. The ruling...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defies Biden administration threat to ... - CBS News
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Texas Gov. Greg Abbott rejected a federal lawsuit to remove the river buoys he deployed to repel migrant crossings, arguing that he was using his constitutional authority. The Justice...