LONESTAR — 10.14.2026 —Trump, Abbott Approval Rating Down—James Talarico Breaks Silence After Absence— and More...

LONESTAR — 10.14.2026 —Trump, Abbott Approval Rating Down—James Talarico Breaks Silence After Absence— and More...

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Raeylee Barefield
Raeylee Barefield
October 14, 2026

Poll Finds Trump, Abbott Approval Down as Texans Cite Rising Costs

President Donald Trump's job approval rating stands at 47% among Texas voters, while 53% disapprove...READ MORE

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Sen. John Cornyn: "Allowing Russian diesel fuel to be sold freely in global markets, including in the United States, weakens American security interests and helps fund Putin’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine."

Rep. Joaquin Castro: "I'm glad to see the City of San Antonio taking ICE to court. ICE wants to hold up to 1,500 people a day in an East Side warehouse next to a floodplain, and it still hasn’t told the city how it will handle water, sewage, or emergencies."

Rep. Lloyd Doggett: "Trump is permitting Russian diesel imports in direct violation of federal statute. He illegally rewards his pal Putin while blaming Zelensky for not bending a knee the way Trump has."

Rep. August Pfluger: "Sanctuary cities that shield criminals from law enforcement are failing American citizens and the law enforcement officers who work to protect the public."

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LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Raeylee Barefield

Raeylee Barefield

Raeylee Barefield

Raeylee Barefield is a Legislative Correspondent based in Austin, Texas, specializing in state government and public policy. With one year of reporting under her belt, she covers legislative developments, committee hearings, and policy debates. She has been cited by Texas Politics and Big Energy for her coverage and analysis of legislative and regulatory issues. Her reporting typically focuses on Public policy, Stare government, environmental policy, and energy regulation. To contact her, please reach out at [email protected]

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