Category: Politics

The U.S. Supreme Court Upheld A Ban On Homeless Encampments. Here’s What It Means For Texas.

The U.S. Supreme Court Upheld A Ban On Homeless Encampments. Here’s What It Means For Texas.

Jun 28, 2024 | ,

The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling effectively supports bans on homeless encampments in Texas and beyond, allowing cities to fine individuals for sleeping in public amid a surge in homelessness. Advocates argue that such measures fail to address root causes and hinder access to essential services, while critics contend they criminalize homelessness without offering viable housing alternatives. The decision underscores ongoing challenges in balancing public safety concerns with humanitarian responses to homelessness nationwide.

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Ronny Jackson, Wesley Hunt Face Campaign Ethics Probes Over Private Club Membership

Ronny Jackson, Wesley Hunt Face Campaign Ethics Probes Over Private Club Membership

Jun 24, 2024 |

U.S. Reps. Ronny Jackson and Wesley Hunt are under scrutiny for allegedly using campaign funds to cover private club memberships, which may violate federal campaign finance rules. Jackson spent nearly $12,000 on Amarillo Club membership since 2020, while Hunt reportedly spent over $74,000 at the Post Oak Hotel’s Oak Room club between April 2022 and January 2024. The Office of Congressional Ethics has forwarded the investigation reports to the House Ethics Committee, where both lawmakers face scrutiny over the expenditures.

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Texas State Released From Contract To Host Debate, As Biden And Trump Sidestep Tradition

Texas State Released From Contract To Host Debate, As Biden And Trump Sidestep Tradition

Jun 24, 2024 |

The Commission on Presidential Debates’ decision to release Texas State University and three other campuses from hosting the 2024 debates, originally scheduled for September 16, marks the end of Texas’s hopes to host a presidential debate this election cycle. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump bypassed the commission’s arrangement, opting for their own debate format starting Thursday in Atlanta, organized by CNN. Despite initial preparations and expectations, Texas State University has ceased debate-related planning and spending following the commission’s release from their contract.

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U.S. Supreme Court Blocks The State’s Rio Grande Water Deal With New Mexico

U.S. Supreme Court Blocks The State’s Rio Grande Water Deal With New Mexico

Jun 21, 2024 | ,

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a water management deal between Texas and New Mexico, asserting federal oversight due to implications for an international water treaty with Mexico. The decision highlights ongoing disputes over the Rio Grande Compact, which governs water allocations among Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas, and underscores the need for federal involvement in interstate water conflicts to ensure compliance and equitable distribution amidst regional drought concerns.

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Texas A&M’s Agricultural And Food Policy Center Key In Farm Bill Development

Texas A&M’s Agricultural And Food Policy Center Key In Farm Bill Development

Jun 20, 2024 | ,

The Agricultural and Food Policy Center (AFPC) at Texas A&M University plays a pivotal role in shaping U.S. agricultural policy through its unbiased research and analysis, assisting legislative decision-makers in developing each new farm bill. Currently, the center is actively engaged in advising Congress on the 2024 Farm Bill, focusing on enhancing safety nets for farmers, addressing climate challenges, and supporting rural development and nutrition programs critical to American agriculture. As negotiations continue, the AFPC remains dedicated to providing essential data and insights to ensure the bill meets the diverse needs of agricultural stakeholders nationwide.

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