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Trump posts map renaming New Mexico to 'New America'

Trump posts map renaming New Mexico to 'New America'

President Donald Trump shares a map suggesting New Mexico be renamed "New America."
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U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar Leads in District 28 Democratic Primary Election

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar Leads in District 28 Democratic Primary Election

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democrat, is currently leading in the Congressional District 28 Democratic primary election, according to unofficial results. Cuellar has secured over 58% of the votes, totaling 238,927. He has held this congressional seat for nearly two decades. His challengers in the primary, Ricardo Villarreal and Andrew Vantine, received 24,787 and 3,336 votes, respectively. These results are unofficial and subject to canvassing. The winner of this primary election will advance to face a Republican candidate in the general election scheduled for November. This primary outcome is a significant step in determining who will represent District 28 in the U.S. House of Representatives for the next term.
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Galveston County's Mid-Cycle Redistricting Faces Legal Challenges Over Voter Disenfranchisement Concerns

Galveston County's Mid-Cycle Redistricting Faces Legal Challenges Over Voter Disenfranchisement Concerns

Galveston County's decision to redraw local precinct lines between the primary and general elections this year has sparked significant legal challenges. This mid-cycle redistricting means some voters could participate in November's general election for offices where they had no opportunity to vote in the primary. Election experts are unfamiliar with any prior instance of such a move. The current changes are adding complexity to an existing lawsuit concerning maps adopted in 2021, which voting rights advocates claim diluted Black and Latino voting power. County leaders, including Galveston County Judge Mark Henry, have openly stated their goal is to create lines favorable to a Republican majority. The plaintiffs argue that proceeding with the new map violates state and federal laws requiring equal and fair treatment for all voters, and that candidates were unable to run due to being in incorrect precincts during the primary. The case is currently pending before the Texas Supreme Court.
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'Deeply troubling' Brownsville shooting follows SpaceX land vote

'Deeply troubling' Brownsville shooting follows SpaceX land vote

The mayor of Brownsville, Texas, condemns "political intimidation and violence" amid tensions over SpaceX deal.
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All American Futurity 2026: Cowboys Flying the horse to beat today

All American Futurity 2026: Cowboys Flying the horse to beat today

El Paso Times Reporter Felix Chavez makes his selection to win today's 2026 All American Futurity in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

By Richard Cowan and David Hood-Nuño WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Republican Vice President JD Vance called Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim and a Democrat running for the U.S.
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15 El Paso high school football players shine in 2nd week of 2026 season

15 El Paso high school football players shine in 2nd week of 2026 season

El Paso high school football players' top performances in the second week of the 2026 Texas football season.
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From Don Haskins to UTEP volleyball, Memorial Gym endures

From Don Haskins to UTEP volleyball, Memorial Gym endures

UTEP volleyball returns to a renovated Memorial Gym. The new gym debuted in 1961 with a new coach, Don Haskins.
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Partly Cloudy Skies with Warm Temperatures in El Paso, TX

Partly Cloudy Skies with Warm Temperatures in El Paso, TX

The weather in El Paso, Texas, is currently partly cloudy with a temperature of 82°F (27.8°C). Conditions are expected to remain mostly sunny over the next two days, with temperatures reaching highs of 98°F (36.7°C) on Sunday and 96°F (35.6°C) on Monday. These conditions are typical for the region during this time of year, with warm and dry weather dominating the forecast. No precipitation is expected, and skies will remain clear to partly cloudy, providing favorable conditions for outdoor activities.
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Trump's MAGA Inc. sends $10 million to help Ken Paxton's Senate bid

Trump's MAGA Inc. sends $10 million to help Ken Paxton's Senate bid

MAGA Inc., the pro-Trump super PAC, has issued $10 million to help Ken Paxton, who's battling James Talarico in a tough U.S. Senate campaign in Texas.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Visits Harlingen to Discuss Border Concerns, Endorses Republican Candidate Eric Flores

House Speaker Mike Johnson Visits Harlingen to Discuss Border Concerns, Endorses Republican Candidate Eric Flores

House Speaker Mike Johnson visited Harlingen, Texas, to address border concerns and lend his support to Republican congressional candidate Eric Flores. Flores is challenging incumbent Democrat Congressman Vicente Gonzalez for the District 34 seat, which encompasses Cameron and Willacy counties and parts of eastern Hidalgo County. During his visit, Speaker Johnson held a closed-door meeting with local law enforcement officials from Cameron County and as far north as Corpus Christi. Johnson stated that the goal is to "flip this seat from blue to red," emphasizing the Republican stance on border security. This visit marks the first time a House Speaker has been to the Rio Grande Valley since then-Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit in 2019. Immigration remains a central issue in the upcoming November election, with Johnson and Flores advocating for stricter border enforcement. Congressman Gonzalez, in response, criticized Johnson and Flores for attempting to justify what he described as "rogue, abusive an...
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Financial Disclosures Appear to Violate Federal Ethics Law

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Financial Disclosures Appear to Violate Federal Ethics Law

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate, appears to have significantly violated federal ethics law in his recent financial disclosures, according to a review by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune. The review found that Paxton reported owning seven homes but claimed no income from any of them, despite evidence that most were listed for rent and some had confirmed tenants. Receiving income and not reporting it is a violation of federal disclosure law, as confirmed by three ethics experts. Additionally, Paxton reportedly failed to disclose mortgages totaling $1.3 million for three condos at a Utah golf resort, which federal law requires to be listed as liabilities if they are not personal residences. He also undervalued his stake in a Texas land plot, reporting it at up to $50,000 last year, while his business partner stated it has been worth approximately $1 million for years. These apparent omissions obscure Paxton's true financial standing, making it difficult for voters to ...