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August 20

Texas Dem abruptly leaves press call with Newsom after being told she’s committing a felony

Texas Democratic state Rep. Nicole Collier had to abruptly leave a call with California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other party members after she was told she was committing a felony. (DNC)

August 20

Abbott scores big win in redistricting battle as Texas Democrats' blockade collapses

While Gov. Greg Abbott blasted through a Democratic blockade and advanced a new congressional map, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is eying a new map in his state.

August 20

Texas GOP lawmakers poised to finalize Trump-backed map after Dem redistricting walkout ends

Texas Democrats ended their walkout and returned as Republicans advance a redistricting plan that would likely create five new GOP congressional seats.

August 20

Trump urges Texas Republicans to swiftly pass redistricting maps while Newsom, California Dems counter

Texas Democrats end walkout as GOP-controlled legislature prepares to vote on redistricting maps that could flip five congressional seats to Republicans

August 19

Appeals court blocks New Mexico's 7-day waiting period for gun purchases, saying it violates 2nd Amendment

A federal appeals court blocked New Mexico’s seven-day waiting period for gun purchases, ruling that it likely infringes on citizens’ Second Amendment rights.

August 19

Caught on camera: Food reviewers dive for cover as vehicle explodes through restaurant

Two food reviewers were hospitalized after an SUV plowed into Cuvée's Culinary Creations restaurant in Houston, Texas while they filmed a brunch review.

August 19

California Republicans sue to stop Newsom, Democrats from pushing redistricting plan

California Republicans sue to stop Democrat redistricting push as Texas GOP advances similar map changes in high-stakes congressional battle ahead of midterms.

August 19

Top House Republican could shake up major border state gubernatorial race

Arizona Republican governor primary heats up as David Schweikert weighs campaign bid to challenge Democrat Katie Hobbs alongside existing GOP candidates.

August 19

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

August 19

Dem Texas lawmaker spends night on state House floor after refusing GOP-mandated police escort

A state lawmaker has refused to leave the Texas Capitol as Republicans use police to prevent Democrats from fleeing the state over a redistricting vote.