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Texas attorney general calls on House Speaker Dade Phelan to quit after video shows slurred speech

Posted on · The clipped video shows Phelan speaking after more than 11 hours of floor debate. Before and after that moment, his speech appears fine. The attorney general also asked for an investigation into Phelan for “violation of House rules, state law, and for conduct unbecoming his position.”

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Houston state representative’s key staffers abruptly resign, citing concerns about ethics and tasks

Posted on · The senior staff for Democrat state Rep. Jolanda Jones alleged in a letter the Houston lawmaker’s office became a toxic workplace, including “physically threatening behavior” and demands that staff deal with issues involving Jones’ personal life.

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Gov. Abbott doubles down on border security as he makes case for billions more in funding

Posted on · Abbott included border security funding and increased penalties for migrant smugglers on his list of emergency items during Thursday’s State of the State address. He also ordered lawmakers to address the fentanyl crisis as he continued to rail against President Biden’s border policies.

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Gov. Abbott to outline legislative priorities in State of the State address

Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott will deliver his the biennial State of the State address Thursday evening. Abbott is expected to use the prime-time speech to outline his priorities for state lawmakers this year. The speech could also provide greater clarity on whether Abbott has set his sights on a 2024 presidential run.