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March 24, 2024
NEWS DIGEST
by Brandon Waltens
Good morning,
Conservative commentator and journalist Tucker Carlson took a break from interviewing world leaders and newsmakers to speak at a fundraiser for the Tarrant County Republican Party last week, focusing on the invasion at the southern border and firing shots at Gov. Greg Abbott in the process.
The former Fox News host's remarks also centered on a recent theme in his own reporting: the spiritual battle taking place in America.
Texas Scorecard was on the scene. Below is the exclusive video of Tucker Carlson: Live in Fort Worth
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Standing by himself in a conference room blocks from the Texas Capitol, Republican State Rep. Tom Oliverson of Cypress announced his candidacy for the speakership of the House. He decried the “secretive” impeachment push, the “dysfunction” of the House, and the failure of the chamber to advance school choice.
Most significantly, Oliverson said he would end the practice of appointing Democrats as chairs of House committees.
The Cypress Republican wasted no time in offering a harsh critique of the speakership of incumbent Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont).
State
Lt. Gov. Patrick Feeling Good About New Border Security Law Despite Legal ‘Whiplash'
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals moved to place the law on hold again.
Texas Sues More Porn Websites for Failing to Verify User Ages
If it is found that they violated the law, the porn providers could be subject to millions of dollars in fines.
Texas School Fund Divests $8.5 Billion From BlackRock Over Anti-energy Policies
State Board of Education Chairman Aaron Kinsey said BlackRock was not in compliance with new legislation that prohibits state funds from being given to organizations that boycott energy companies.
Local
Austin ISD Schools Push Gender Identity on Students
Concerned parents forwarded an email showing how the Ann Richards School of Young Women Leaders is celebrating ‘Pride Week.’
Gillespie County Republicans Find, Fix Hand Count Errors Ahead of Canvass
Addition and transcription errors accounted for the reporting mistakes, which did not affect the outcome of any races on the ballot.
Fort Worth Police Chief: Border Security Measure ‘Will Not Change’ Mission
A state lawmaker and a Tarrant County official believe the measure primarily applies to border counties.
Federal
Texas Sues Biden Administration to Stop Ban on Liquified Natural Gas Exports
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and fifteen other states also joined the lawsuit.
New Federal Contract Allows Transport of Illegal Alien Children into America
Unaccompanied minors could be given to U.S. sponsors without proper safety checks.
Craig Goldman’s Fundraising for Dade Phelan May Violate Federal Election Law
Goldman, who is in a runoff himself for an open congressional seat, was listed on the host committee for a fundraiser for Speaker Dade Phelan.
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