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CEO Of Texas Power Grid Operator ‘Terminated’ In Aftermath Of Winter Storm

Erin Douglas, The Texas Tribune / Mitchell Ferman, Texas Tribune

Posted on March 4, 2021 · Bill Magness is the latest official to depart following the winter storm catastrophe.

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Gov. Greg Abbott endorses Donald Trump during border trip

Patrick Svitek, Texas Tribune

Posted on November 20, 2023 · Abbott made the presidential endorsement after he and Trump served meals to service members deployed for Operation Lone Star, Abbott’s sprawling border security mission.

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Texas power grid watchdog steps down after clash with ERCOT officials

Mose Buchele, KUT

Posted on November 14, 2023 · The grid's independent market monitor has resigned after saying grid operators had "artificially" inflated energy prices.

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Abbott calls fourth special session after school vouchers, border bills die in Legislature again

Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, The Texas Newsroom / Julián Aguilar, The Texas Newsroom

Posted on November 7, 2023 · Abbott’s agenda for the new special session includes — once again — school vouchers, school safety, and border-related bills.

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Proposition 7 would provide billions in incentives for new power plants in Texas

Mose Buchele, KUT

Posted on November 6, 2023 · Supporters say the creation of the energy fund will bolster the Texas grid. Opponents say it's an unnecessary giveaway to power companies and the gas industry.

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