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July 21, 2024
NEWS DIGEST
by Brandon Waltens
Good morning,
With the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee now adjourned, delegates from Texas are expressing positivity and renewed motivation to re-elect Donald Trump.
The convention’s top order of business? Officially nominating Donald Trump as the presidential nominee, a task that took on deeper significance after the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania that killed one attendee and left others, including the former president, wounded.
Texas delegates say they are energized and united after the convention.
”The whole event is electrifying with love for the country driving the spirit, and the whole stadium is celebrating with a united Republican party getting fired up to win the November election and doing what is best for the American people.” -Abhiram Garapati
“I’ve participated as a delegate to the last four conventions, and 2024 is by far the most exciting and inspirational. Our country desperately needs new leadership, and Trump is the man, and now is the time!” -Gary Inmon
“The message of uniting together so America can be safe again and great again is inspiring. The message of being the party of everyday hardworking Americans, who are joyful warriors, is exactly what this country needs.” -Amy Stretcher Burkes
Featured
In a primetime speech on Wednesday, Abbott used his platform as the leader of the largest border state to underscore the necessity of strong leadership in the face of the crisis at the southern border.
“America needs a President who will secure our border. America needs Donald J. Trump. The President’s most sacred duty is to protect our country. Under President Trump, we had the lowest illegal border crossings in about four decades,” said Abbott.
State
Lt. Gov. Patrick Forms Committee to Scrutinize Utility Companies’ Preparedness for Hurricane Beryl
State Sen. Charles Schwertner will chair the committee.
Rep. Toth Presses Democrat Chair for Clarity on Prison Costs for Illegal Aliens
Abel Herrero is among the Democrat chairmen appointed by House Speaker Dade Phelan.
Elon Musk Moving SpaceX to Texas After California Passes Anti-parent Law
The tech billionaire has confirmed that social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, will also be moving to Texas.
Local
Austin City Council Likely to Propose a ‘Climate Bond’
The bond election would happen in either 2025 or 2026.
Early Estimates Show Cost of Hurricane Beryl in the Billions
The economic impact of Hurricane Beryl could cost the State of Texas more than $4 billion.
Dallas Jailed 14 Illegal Alien Suspects for Child Sex Crimes in a Single Month
Seven of Texas’ ten most-wanted illegal aliens are accused of being child sexual predators.
Federal
Texas and New Mexico Lawmakers Push Back Against Federal Land Grab
A landowners’ meeting in Littlefield scheduled for later this month has been organized to educate the grassroots on the federal government’s land snatch.
Water Crisis: US Rep. De La Cruz Urges Mexico to Honor 1944 Treaty
A 1944 Water Treaty between Mexico and the U.S. requires water to be distributed annually in South Texas.
Paxton Exhorts US Senate to Pass Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration Measure
Attorney General Ken Paxton has sent a letter to U.S. Senators urging them to approve a measure aimed at blocking noncitizens from registering to vote in federal elections.
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