Texas counties are looking into “potential noncitizens” on voter rolls. Here’s what they’re finding.
The voters were flagged after being checked against a federal database. Some officials question its reliability.
DHS asked Texas to hand over driver’s license data for citizenship checks
It’s the latest step to pool confidential data that the Trump administration claims will help identify noncitizens on voter rolls and tighten immigration enforcement.
In Waco, food banks are already feeling the heat ahead of SNAP freeze
Charities are seeing a wave of clients seeking groceries ahead of the Saturday suspension of federal food benefits. Waco has a high food insecurity rate already.
Republican Texas secretary of state fights GOP’s closed primary lawsuit, calls Paxton filing “brazen”
Jane Nelson is fighting a lawsuit from Republicans who say Democrats and independents are voting in GOP primaries, boosting more moderate candidates.
New York judge dismisses Ken Paxton’s legal challenge in abortion pills case
The Texas attorney general wanted a New York court to enforce a civil judgment against a doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills. The suit was a test of New York’s “shield law.”
Texas ACA insurers hike monthly premiums by 35% on average
The amount Texans will pay toward their ACA premiums will likely rise more steeply, with enhanced subsidies set to expire.
Feds ordered to pay for SNAP as millions of Texans face cuts during government shutdown
It’s not clear how soon assistance could reach people and the rulings could be appealed, The Associated Press reported.
Your Halloween pumpkin probably came from this small Texas town
In the self-proclaimed “Pumpkin Capital of the U.S.,” Floydada farmers are exporting pumpkins across Texas and the nation.
Gov. Greg Abbott under pressure to use emergency funds for looming SNAP crisis
Democrats say Abbott has used his authority during COVID-19, the Uvalde shooting and border operations to free up emergency funds.
Texas freezes program to help minority-owned businesses
The state comptroller’s office said it would stop issuing or renewing certifications under the Historically Underutilized Business program. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock said it was the latest step toward ending DEI in Texas.