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Texas
MediaBias News has published 23 stories involving Texas, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesKer’Sean Ramey scheduled for execution in Texas triple homicide
Ker’Sean Ramey is scheduled for execution by lethal injection on Wednesday for his role in a 2005 triple homicide. He was convicted of fatally shooting three people during an attempted robbery. His co-defendant, LeJames Norman, was executed on September 16.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Business & Economy · United StatesTexas leads US in annual job growth
Texas added more nonfarm jobs than any other state in the 12 months ending August 2026, according to labor data. The state's job growth rate of 1.1% exceeded the national average.
United States2 min readTrust 86 · Craft 52 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesLeJames Norman executed in Texas; Georgia execution stayed
LeJames Norman was executed by lethal injection in Texas on Wednesday for a 2005 triple murder. On the same day, a Georgia judge issued a stay of execution for Stacey Humphreys, citing a new sentencing law.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
Media · United StatesBorder Patrol Rescues MS NOW Crew, Then Gets Stuck
A reporting crew from MS NOW became stuck in the Texas desert and required rescue by eight Border Patrol agents. During the operation, three of the Border Patrol's four trucks also became trapped in the terrain.
United States3 min readTrust 58 · Craft 95 · Hype 55
Politics · United StatesTrump lashes out at reporter questioning dividend plan
Donald Trump reacted aggressively to ABC News reporter Rachel Scott when she questioned his proposed $5,000 dividend plan. The exchange occurred after Trump's appearance at the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas. Scott had asked why voters would need the payment if his economic policies were already successful.
United States3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 70- Business & Economy · United States
Iran War Costs Americans $100 Billion in Extra Energy Expenses
The war in Iran has cost American consumers an estimated $100 billion in additional energy expenses, according to Brown University. The figure continues to increase, adding approximately $1 million every two minutes.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41 - Politics · United States
Poorest Americans struggle for housing amid vacant low-income units
Millions of affordable rental units in the U.S. remain vacant because the poorest households cannot afford them. These households, earning below 30% of area median income, face severe housing shortages, with many paying over half their income on rent and utilities.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20 
Politics · United StatesTexas Senate candidate James Talarico called capitalism an 'oppressive system' in 2020
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Texas’ US Senate seat, described capitalism as an 'oppressive system' in a 2020 Sierra Club forum, grouping it with white supremacy and climate change. The remarks resurfaced as Talarico faces Republican Ken Paxton in a tight race.
United States5 min readTrust 65 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesJasmine Crockett will not campaign with James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett announced she will not campaign with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas U.S. Senate race. Crockett stated her focus will be on supporting other candidates in lower-profile races.
United States2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 69 · Hype 55- Politics · United States
ICE officer Christian Castro released from Texas jail after extradition denied
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged in a Minneapolis shooting has been released from a Texas jail. A judge refused to order his extradition to Minnesota, citing jurisdictional issues, while Texas Governor Greg Abbott awaits an internal state investigation.
United States3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 70 · Hype 20 - Politics · United States
Talarico seeks release of Paxton depositions in Texas Senate race
James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, is seeking to release deposition transcripts from a civil fraud case. The depositions involve Republican opponent Ken Paxton, who was connected to the company at the centre of the lawsuit. Paxton has denied previous allegations.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Politics · United States
Judge refuses to order ICE officer's extradition from Texas to Minnesota
A federal judge has refused to order Texas to extradite ICE officer Christian Castro to Minnesota, where he faces assault and false reporting charges. Castro is accused of shooting a man in the leg through a home's front door.
United States2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 
Politics · United StatesUS politicians push back against data centers amid backlash
A growing backlash against data center projects is emerging across the US, with politicians from both major parties raising concerns about their impact on electricity grids, water supplies, and the environment. This opposition is influencing midterm election campaigns, particularly in states like Pennsylvania.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesSurrogate Mother Sues for Custody After Refusing Abortion
A surrogate mother in Texas refused an abortion request for a baby diagnosed with a heart defect, leading to a custody battle. The intended parents are suing for breach of contract, while Texas law grants parentage to the birth mother.
United States4 min readTrust 76 · Craft 95 · Hype 55
Politics · United StatesTexas Senate candidate James Talarico criticised Christian nationalism in 2023 sermon
James Talarico, a Texas state representative and Democratic Senate candidate, described Christian nationalism as a 'sectarian movement based on mutual hate' in a 2023 sermon. The remarks, resurfaced by the New York Post, have drawn criticism from conservative commentators as Talarico challenges Ken Paxton in November 2026.
United States4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
Health · United StatesSurrogate McKenna West sued for $100,000 after refusing abortion for baby with heart condition
A nurse from Alaska who carried a baby for a California couple is being sued for over $100,000 after refusing to terminate the pregnancy when the fetus was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. The biological parents allege breach of contract, while the surrogate says she acted to protect the child’s life. A Texas court will hear custody and parentage disputes on 25 August.
United States6 min readTrust 58 · Craft 55 · Hype 65- Politics · United States
US governors tighten rules on data centres as elections near
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced new permit and tax exemption rules for data centres, requiring full electricity cost payment and water use limits. Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered regulators to prevent higher electricity bills from data centres and pledged to end a billion-dollar annual tax break. Both moves follow rising public opposition to the energy-intensive facilities.
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Politics · United StatesTexas court orders life-saving care for baby Gabriel after surrogate refuses abortion
A baby diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome was born in Texas after his surrogate mother refused the biological parents' request for an abortion. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a court order requiring hospitals to provide life-saving care, while the parents and surrogate fight over custody and medical decisions.
United States5 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesTexas intervenes to secure medical care for baby Gabriel with heart defect
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened in a Dallas County court case to ensure life-saving medical treatment for baby Gabriel, diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. The surrogate mother, McKenna West, traveled from Alaska to Texas after the intended parents sought to abort the pregnancy due to the defect.
United States5 min readTrust 62 · Craft 69 · Hype 48- Politics · United States
Trump administration begins border infrastructure work in Big Bend National Park
The Trump administration has started building patrol roads, vehicle barriers and surveillance infrastructure in Big Bend National Park, Texas, as part of a border security project. Local residents, officials and environmental groups oppose the work, which began on 6 August, citing low illegal crossing rates and ecological damage.
United States4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 87 · Hype 45 - Politics · United States
Trump calls Texas data centre pause a mistake after Abbott halts approvals
Donald Trump said Texas was making a mistake by opposing data centres, days after Governor Greg Abbott paused approvals for new facilities. Trump argued the centres could surpass oil in economic value, while Abbott cited power grid and water supply risks as reasons for the halt.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 67 · Hype 15 - Politics · United States
California proposes fines for influencers who hide paid political posts
California is considering legislation to fine influencers and political campaigns up to $5,000 if they fail to disclose paid political content. The move follows concerns over transparency as campaigns increasingly use social media creators to reach voters, with some cases already under investigation.
United States5 min readTrust 64 · Craft 95 · Hype 15 - Politics · United States
Somos Votantes spends $6m to regain Latino voters in Texas for Democrats
Somos Votantes, a left-leaning group, is investing $6 million to organise Latino voters in Texas, aiming to reverse a trend of declining Democratic support. The campaign includes voter education and a targeted advertising push in South Texas.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
