Lt. Governor Dan Patrick : "President @realDonaldTrump just saved America and the world from fanatical terrorists in Iran who said they would destroy America and Israel. I have never been more proud of my President."
Attorney General Ken Paxton: "I'm proud to stand with President Trump as he takes action to protect our country and ensure the murderous Iranian regime never obtains a nuclear weapon. Incredibly grateful for President Trump and the brave men and women in our military defending our great nation."
House Speaker Dustin Burrows: "President @realDonaldTrump has shown the strength and resolve of the United States on the world stage. Our military executed a precise and successful mission targeting key nuclear sites in Iran — a powerful message that we will never tolerate aggression or terrorism."
Rep. Beth Van Duyne: "God bless our brave servicemembers who struck Iran’s nuclear sites. A nuclear Iran is an existential threat. President Trump took decisive action to protect America, Israel, and the world. We pray this leads Iran’s leaders to the table—for peace, not war."
Texas Lawmakers Respond to Trump's Strike on Iran — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — President Donald Trump (R) announced over the weekend that the United States had conducted a bombing on three Iranian nuclear sites, calling them a "complete and total success." Worry about Iran's possible retaliation has begun to stir, and Republicans and Democrats are divided on the attack.
Texas Sets Employment Records, Outpacing National Job Growth — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Texas has once again broken all previous records for employment, total jobs, and labor force size, according to the latest data from the Texas Workforce Commission. Governor Greg Abbott (R) praised the figures, emphasizing the state's economic strength and continued momentum.
White House Highlights Gains Under ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — The debate surrounding the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) continues, but The White House is making the case that Latinos and working families will benefit most if the measure is passed, and eventually signed into law by President Donald Trump.
Iran Supreme Leader Claims US Considering Negotiations is a Sign of Israel's Weakness — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei recently undermined Israel’s operation against Iran’s nuclear weapons development programs after the US voiced continued hope for negotiations.
John Paul Mitchell Systems Relocates HQ to Texas, Bringing Jobs and Investment — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced today that John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS), the globally recognized professional hair care brand, will relocate its corporate headquarters from California to Dallas County, Texas. The move includes the creation of a new global product distribution center in the city of Wilmer, bringing 80 new jobs and over $12 million in capital investment to the region.
Texas Conservatives Criticize Yasir Qadhi Over Comments Amid Iran Tensions — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — In the wake of recent strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, prominent Texas-based Islamic scholar Dr. Yasir Qadhi has come under fire from right-wing activists for allegedly expressing support for Iran and calling for Muslim unity against non-Muslims, or “Kaffirs.”
Texas Lawmakers Respond to Trump's Strike on Iran — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina
Alleged 2023 State Fair of Texas gunman set to stand trial in Dallas this week — By Maggie Prosser for Dallas News
LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina
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