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Abbott instructs state lawmakers to take up congressional map redistricting in Texas special session

Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) said the Texas legislature would concentrate on redrawing the state’s congressional maps, which heavily favor Republicans. The governor called a special session for state lawmakers to address the matter,

USA TODAY · 22h

Texas Gov. Abbott adds flood, redistricting to Legislature's special session agenda

Gov. Abbott has added new items to the Legislature's special session agenda stemming from recent flooding events. Here's what to know.

CNN on MSN · 1d

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders lawmakers to consider redistricting as GOP seeks midterm advantage

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session that kicks off later this month, as the GOP seeks to retain its narrow US House majority after next year’s midterm elections.

US Texas flash floods: Death toll climbs over 100

CBS News on MSN · 11h

Gov. Greg Abbott vows to find "every missing person" as death toll in Central Texas floods tops 100

As search efforts entered their fifth day in the devastating Central Texas floods, Gov. Greg Abbott vowed to find "every single missing person," stressing that the mission will not end until all victims are accounted for amid a death toll that has surpassed 100.

Fox News on MSN · 1d

Gov. Abbott demands comprehensive overhaul of Texas flood warning systems as death toll rises

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.

UPI News on MSN · 1d

Central Texas flood death toll at least 120 with hundreds missing

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday ordered state legislators to convene a special session on Monday as the death toll rose to at least 120 people and 172 reported missing in Fourth of July flooding in the Hill Country.

Flags, Texas and Honoring

CBS Texas on MSN · 1d

Why are flags in Texas at half-staff? Honoring Central Texas flooding victims

Gov. Greg Abbott wrote a letter Wednesday morning instructing flags on state property to immediately be lowered statewide.

Hosted on MSN · 1d

Texas Flags to be lowered to half-staff this week in honor of lives lost in flooding

Texas Flags to be lowered to half-staff this week in honor of lives lost in Kerrville flooding, Gov. Greg Abbot orders.

AL.com on MSN · 18h

Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags lowered to honor Texas flood victims

Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday authorized flags be flown at half-staff throughout the state to honor people who lost their lives in the recent Texas floods. “I hereby authorize flags be flown at half-staff effective immediately on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama until sunrise Monday,

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Texas is one of FEMA's biggest users. Greg Abbott is helping Trump cut it

The governor was quick to request federal assistance last week after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country.

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Joe Scarborough says Abbott is ‘trying to hide behind Texas football’ in flood response

Joe Scarborough slammed Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over his use of a bizarre football analogy when asked if he would call for an ...

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Greg Abbott Rebukes Question About 'Blame' As 161 Missing After Texas Flood

Four days have passed since anyone was found alive in the aftermath of the floods in Kerr County, Texas, officials said ...

Texas Monthly1dOpinion

Greg Abbott’s Bizarre Postflood Football Analogy

The governor’s rambling response at a press conference is a disturbing warning for anyone who loves a Texan, or the game of ...

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Criticism mounts after Abbott's 'tone-deaf' remarks on football team analogy

Greg Abbott is under fire after comparing those asking about blame for the deadly flood in Kerr County to a losing football ...

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Texas turns to faith as Gov. Abbott declares 'Day of Prayer' amid devastating floods

Texas leaders across political lines urge prayer for flood victims as the state, ranked third most religious in the U.S., ...

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