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Under the U.S. Constitution, state governments hold significant authority to defend their borders and ensure the security of their residents, a power that is often overshadowed by the federal government’s role in national defense. A close examination of the Constitution reveals a robust framework that empowers states to act independently in protecting their territories.
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WASHINGTON — Heading into the heat of his reelection race against Dallas Congressman Colin Allred,...
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Before every election, Roxzine Stinson prints out a sheet of paper with the phone numbers of state...
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A federal appeals court in New Orleans heard arguments regarding Texas’ controversial Senate Bill 4, which would allow state police to arrest migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally. The Biden administration and civil rights organizations argue the law is unconstitutional, while Texas officials claim it aligns with federal law. The court must now decide if SB 4 can go into effect, a decision that could have significant implications for immigration enforcement in the state.
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The conservative attack on Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan intensifies as the Club For Growth, known for supporting hard-right federal candidates, targets him and four other Republican incumbents in TV ads, calling Phelan “unwaveringly liberal” and a “Democrat in disguise.” Despite passing conservative legislation, including permitless carry of handguns and a near-total ban on abortion, Phelan faces criticism from within his party for failing to support school vouchers and supporting the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton, leading to a runoff election where his conservative credentials are under scrutiny.
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