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Texas
MediaBias News has published 51 stories involving Texas, from August 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesTom Emmer Elected House Minority Whip Over August Pfluger
Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer has been elected House Minority Whip, defeating Texas Representative August Pfluger. Emmer secured 103 votes to Pfluger's 76 in a secret ballot election, maintaining his position in House Republican leadership as the party moves into the minority.
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PoliticsFederal Officials Announce $10 Billion in Rural Health Grants
Federal officials have announced $10 billion in grants for rural health initiatives across all 50 states for the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Fund. The program aims to bolster healthcare in rural areas, particularly in response to concerns about Medicaid cuts.
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Politics · United StatesJustice Department to Join Planned Parenthood Medicaid Fraud Lawsuit
The U.S. Justice Department intends to intervene in a multi-year lawsuit against Planned Parenthood, which accuses the organization of defrauding Medicaid. The federal filing comes days after a Democrat was elected as Texas's next attorney general.
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Media · United StatesJames Talarico appears on SNL after Texas Senate win
Texas Senator-elect James Talarico made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live's post-election cold open. He introduced himself by referencing his campaign's daily $5 text requests and also commented on the show's recurring Donald Trump sketch.
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Politics · United StatesTrump threatens to enforce border policy on new Texas governor
Donald Trump has warned the incoming Texas governor, Gina Hinojosa, that he will maintain his border policies and may intervene if she deviates from them. Hinojosa has previously criticised the outgoing governor's immigration initiatives as political spectacles.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTexas Governor-Elect Vows New Laws on Data Centers
Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa announced plans to introduce new legislation protecting residents from the impact of data centers. The move comes as the industry has expanded into rural areas lacking protective regulations.
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Politics · United StatesTed Cruz calls midterm results a 'blue tsunami'
Senator Ted Cruz described the 2026 midterm election results as a 'blue tsunami' and a 'Watergate-level repudiation' of the Republican Party. He attributed losses to factors including tariffs and the Iran war, and warned of a 'radical transgender agenda' and 'open persecution' from Democrats.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats win in traditionally Republican states
Democrats achieved significant victories in states previously considered reliably Republican, including winning their first Texas Senate race in 38 years and unseating Governor Greg Abbott. These results are seen by some as a potential political shift, driven by factors like Donald Trump's unpopularity and voter concerns about the cost of living.
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Politics · United StatesGina Hinojosa defeats Greg Abbott in Texas governor race
Democrat Gina Hinojosa has defeated Republican incumbent Greg Abbott in the 2026 Texas governor's race. Her victory makes her the first Democrat elected governor in more than 30 years and the third woman to hold the office.
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Politics · United StatesTrump jokes $5,000 would buy little at Mar-a-Lago
Donald Trump joked that $5,000 would barely cover a hamburger and dessert at his Mar-a-Lago club. The remark was made during a campaign rally in Texas, as voters express concerns about the cost of living ahead of the midterm elections.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Warned Gulf States of Iran Military Action Post-Midterms
The United States warned several Gulf Arab countries to prepare for a short, intense military campaign against Iran following the November midterm elections, according to a Wall Street Journal report. President Trump also made a public statement hinting at action.
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Politics · United StatesEarly Voting Surges in Key Senate States
Early voting turnout is up significantly in many states that could determine control of the U.S. Senate, according to an Associated Press analysis. This surge is particularly notable in battleground states where Democrats are seeking to flip Republican-held seats.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico attends Muslim community event in Texas
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico met with the Muslim Democrat Caucus of Irving, Texas. He has previously supported bills to allow imams and other non-Christian officiants to perform marriage ceremonies in the state.
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Health · United StatesTexas AG sues Gerber and Nestlé over toxic metals in baby food
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Gerber Products Company and Nestlé USA, alleging their baby food products contain dangerous levels of toxic heavy metals. The suit claims the companies misled parents about the safety of their products.
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Politics · United StatesCongress members ask DOJ to probe visa abuse in Chicago
Thirteen members of Congress, led by Republicans from Arizona and Texas, have asked the Department of Justice to investigate alleged visa abuse in Chicago. The group also wants an inquiry into a specific administrative law judge's ruling.
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Politics · United StatesGOP Outspends Democrats by $400M in Midterm Campaigns
Republican campaigns and aligned groups have outspent Democrats by $400 million in the current election cycle, according to AdImpact. This financial disparity presents challenges for Democrats as they seek to win back House and Senate majorities in the upcoming midterms.
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Politics · United StatesDOJ charges 64 foreign nationals with illegal voting
The Justice Department has charged 64 foreign nationals across 17 states with unlawful voting and related offenses in approximately five weeks. The enforcement action comes as federal officials increase scrutiny of voter registration safeguards ahead of upcoming elections.
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Politics · United StatesMike Johnson unsure of political future if GOP loses midterms
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed uncertainty about his political future should the GOP lose the 2026 midterm elections. He indicated a potential return to his hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana, to start a lawn business. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is expected to campaign in several states.
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Politics · United StatesOpal Lee marks 100th birthday with Juneteenth museum groundbreaking
Opal Lee, known as the 'grandmother of Juneteenth,' celebrated her 100th birthday by initiating the construction of a museum in Fort Worth, Texas. The facility will document the history of the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a $3 million donation.
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Politics · United StatesKen Paxton admits less campaign control in leaked audio
Leaked audio from a private fundraising lunch reveals Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton admitting he feels he has less control over his U.S. Senate campaign, stating its direction comes from Washington D.C. This is the second leaked recording from the same event.
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PoliticsRep. Randy Fine says Democrats back Iran due to Trump hatred
Congressman Randy Fine has stated that Democrats support Iran because they dislike Donald Trump. He also warned that the US is losing a fight against radical Islam and accused Representative Ilhan Omar of immigration fraud, suggesting she should be deported.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS and Mexico Deploy 500 Troops Each to Border
The United States deployed approximately 500 military personnel to the Texas border, with Mexico deploying 159 naval elements, vehicles, and drones on its side. Both nations described the actions as 'mirror operations' under a binational agreement to enhance border security.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS deploys 500 soldiers to Texas border after Coast Guard shooting
The United States is deploying approximately 500 soldiers to the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. The deployment follows an incident where U.S. Coast Guard personnel were fired upon from the border with Mexico. The operation is named Operation Unified Response and aims to reinforce federal forces.
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Politics · United StatesTrump motorcade reached 98 mph during Texas to Oklahoma trip
Donald Trump's motorcade traveled by road between Texas and Oklahoma due to bad weather. A press van reportedly reached 98 mph during the journey, with no injuries reported.
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Politics · United StatesTrump drove to Oklahoma rally after Secret Service sought cancellation
President Trump insisted on attending a campaign rally in Oklahoma despite severe weather that grounded his plane and led his Secret Service detail to consider cancellation. He directed them to drive him to the event.
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Media · United StatesWhite House Excludes CNN From Press Pool Despite Court Order
The White House has again excluded CNN from a presidential travel assignment, this time for President Trump's trip to Texas and Oklahoma. The removal occurred despite a federal judge's order that had previously restored CNN's access to the presidential press pool.
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Politics · United StatesRepublican redistricting efforts in Texas and Florida may fall short
Republican-drawn congressional maps in Texas and Florida, intended to boost the party's House majority, may not yield the expected gains. Democrats argue that the maps miscalculated the impact of Hispanic and rural voters, while economic concerns and dissatisfaction with Donald Trump could hinder Republican candidates.
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PoliticsTrump attends college football game amid coach communication concerns
President Donald Trump attended the Texas-Tennessee college football game in Knoxville, Tennessee. Officials opened the stadium early and offered half-price concessions to fans. Air Force One performed a flyover upon his arrival. The visit did not appear to affect coach-player communications.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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