Texas

Texas Judge Blocks Beto O’Rourke’s Fundraising Efforts for Fleeing Democrats Amid Legal Battle

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AUSTIN, Texas — A temporary restraining order issued on Friday has put the fundraising efforts of Beto O’Rourke on hold, impacting his campaign support for Texas Democrats. This measure follows a lawsuit from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who claims that O’Rourke and his political action committee have misled donors regarding the nature of their fundraising. The case stems from O’Rourke’s attempts to gather financial backing for Democratic lawmakers who departed from Texas in an effort to obstruct a vote on a contentious redistricting map. The judge’s ruling blocks O’Rourke from collecting these funds for … Read more

Texas Attorney General Launches Lawsuit Aiming to Oust 13 Missing Democratic Lawmakers

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AUSTIN, Texas — The state’s attorney general has initiated legal proceedings aimed at ousting 13 Democratic lawmakers who have not attended legislative sessions. This move further intensifies the ongoing political tensions in Texas, where party lines continue to be fiercely contested. The lawsuit, spearheaded by Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleges that these absent legislators are failing to fulfill their constitutional obligations. This legal action emerges against a backdrop of significant deliberations on various laws, particularly those related to education and social policy. Texas has experienced a series of walkouts by Democratic members in protest of … Read more

Irish Man Faces Life Imprisonment for Coercing Texas Minor in Disturbing Exploitation Case

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HOUSTON, Texas — A 36-year-old Irish national has been charged in connection with the sexual exploitation of a minor in Texas. Matthew Liam Johnstone faces multiple counts, including four counts of sexual exploitation and four counts of coercing and enticing a child. According to court documents, the allegations stem from events that occurred in September 2022. Authorities claim Johnstone coerced a minor into producing sexually explicit photographs and videos, including those depicting acts of sadism. If convicted, Johnstone could face a significant penalty, with the possibility of life in prison. In addition, each of the … Read more

Texas Wrongful Death Lawsuit Questions Reproductive Care Protections After Abortion Pill Prescription

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AUSTIN, Texas — A federal lawsuit has been filed against a California physician who prescribed abortion medication to a Texas resident’s girlfriend, raising questions about the implications of reproductive care legislation in states where such laws exist. The case is anticipated to challenge the boundaries of these shield laws, which are designed to protect healthcare providers. The plaintiff alleges that the prescription led to the wrongful death of his girlfriend, asserting that the physician’s actions violated both state laws and medical ethics. This legal action could create a significant precedent in legal interpretations surrounding reproductive … Read more