- Abbott Slams Judge Over Redistricting Ruling
Governor Greg Abbott sharply criticized U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Brown—who once worked for him—after the judge blocked the state’s 2025 congressional map. Abbott called the ruling “a gross misjudgment” and expressed confidence that the U.S. Supreme Court will reverse it.
- State Urges Preparedness Amid Storm Threat
As a powerful storm system approaches, Governor Abbott has increased the State Emergency Operations Center’s readiness to Level III, preparing swiftwater rescue teams and National Guard assets. Officials expect potential flash flooding, damaging wind gusts, and hail in multiple regions.
- Congressional Map Takes Another Legal Hit
A federal court once again rejected Texas’s new congressional map, ruling that it likely constitutes racial gerrymandering. The decision mandates the use of the previous 2021 map while litigation continues, dealing a blow to lawmakers who pushed for the 2025 redraw.
- Border and Flood Disasters Re-Proclaimed
Abbott renewed disaster declarations related to both border security and flooding risk. The orders unlock additional state resources and regulatory flexibility as Texas braces for worsening weather and ongoing migration pressures.
