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Here's a Full List of Trump's Tariffs:

President Donald Trump recently unveiled a list of tariffs to be imposed on all imports coming into American markets during a celebration themed ‘liberation day.’ READ MORE.

Asian American Democrats of Texas: "Texas was built by immigrants. Now, HB 17 wants to ban certain immigrants from owning homes based solely on where they're from. This isn't about security, it's about fear, government control, and discrimination. This is un-Texan."
Rep. Greg Casar: "While Elon Musk makes $8 million a day off government contracts, he's firing Social Security workers so seniors have to travel in person and wait 4 hours to get help when the government mistakenly declares them 'dead' and cuts off their benefits. Save Social Security. Fire Elon Musk."
Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick: "With the Texas Senate's bipartisan passage of Senate Bill 3, we are taking a strong stand to ban THC and to protect Texas children. Our communities and children deserve safety, not dangerous, high-dose substances which often flood their schools."
Rep. Morgan Luttrell: "Our veterans deserve the highest standard of care. That's why I introduced the Brian Tally VA Employment Transparency Act of 2025 to ensure accountability in VA health care. No more loopholes. No more excuses."

Here's a Full List of Trump's Tariffs: — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — President Donald Trump recently unveiled a list of tariffs to be imposed on all imports coming into American markets during a celebration themed ‘liberation day.’

Hunt Says Trump Tariffs Restore 'Fairness and Strength' — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina —  Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt (R) is doubling down on his support for President Donald Trump’s (R) economic policies, arguing that President Trump’s policies are restoring America’s position in the world and ensuring fair treatment for U.S. workers.

Texas Moves to Secure Water for Future Growth with Senate Bill 7 — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Texas lawmakers are taking proactive steps to address the state’s growing water shortage with Senate Bill 7, a measure designed to secure water for the next 100 years. The bill, authored by Senator Charles Perry (R), chair of the Senate Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs Committee, directs $1 billion annually into the state’s water fund to support infrastructure projects aimed at expanding water supplies.

Governor Abbott Announces $6.25 Million in Grants to Support Rural Hospitals — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Governor Greg Abbott (R) has announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will award $6.25 million in grant funding to eligible hospitals that serve rural communities across the state. The funding is aimed at helping these hospitals improve financial stability and continue to provide vital healthcare services to underserved populations.

San Antonio Mayor Denounces 10% Minimum Tariffs on Imports — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — President Donald Trump’s (R) latest round of tariffs on imports from 180 countries and territories has created a divide in Texas’ political debate. Republicans like Rep. Wesley Hunt (R) have praise the new wave of tariffs, but San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg has condemned the tariffs as a financial burden on working families.

Byron Donalds Receives Speaker Johnson's Endorsement for FL Governor — By Texas Politics' Jackson Bakich — Gubernatorial candidate and Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has received the endorsement of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). Both Rep. Donalds and Speaker Johnson were a part of the 2017 Congressional freshman class. They also both ran for the open House Speakership once Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) was ousted from the position.

DOGE Aims to Cut Spending in Government, But What About the Defense Department? — By Texas Politics' Jackson Bakich — With Elon Musk using the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under the directive of President Donald Trump (R), over a hundred billion taxpayer dollars have been saved. However, the Department of Defense (DOD) boasts a $1.39 trillion budget. Granted, it's only been two months since President Trump came into office, but will Elon Musk and DOGE address the blue whale that is the Defense Department?

Here's a Full List of Trump's Tariffs: — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont

Texas Pastor Detained by ICE While Dropping Daughter to School, Family Says — By Billal Rahman for Newsweek

LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is a managing editor and legislative correspondent with a decade of experience covering the evolving political landscape of the American South and Southwest.

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