Government Shutdown Threat in Congress
U.S. Senate leaders circulated a continuing resolution that could prevent a federal shutdown and the furlough of some 35,000 Texans who work for the federal government.
10 Companies Illegally Selling Dietary Supplements Claiming to Treat Diabetes
The FDA advises consumers to talk to their doctor, pharmacist or other health care provider before deciding to purchase or use any dietary supplement or drug.
Volunteers Honor the 20th Anniversary of September 11
Across the nation, Americans will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
DHS Announces Registration Process for Temporary Protected Status
The Department of Homeland Security has announced the automatic extension of TPS designations for El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan.
Texas AG Joins Coalition to Stop the ATF from Infringing on Second Amendment Rights
AG Ken Paxton joined a multistate coalition that filed an amicus brief with the US Supreme Court, seeking to stop the ATF from infringing on second amendment rights.
Cornyn and Other Texas GOP Members Blast Biden over Afghanistan
Cornyn accused the Biden administration of letting the Taliban dictate military strategy by committing to an Aug. 31 withdrawal.
USDA Invests $69 Million to Support Food Security
The USDA announced an investment of $69 million to address critical food and nutrition security needs of low-income communities enduring the pandemic.
Serenade Foods Recalls
Serenade Foods is recalling approximately 59,251 pounds of frozen, raw, breaded and pre-browned stuffed chicken products.
Blount Fine Foods Corp. Recalls Chicken Soup Products
Blount Fine Foods is recalling approximately 6,384 pounds of chicken tortilla soup products that may be contaminated with pieces of gray nitrile gloves.
Paxton Statement on Vaccination Mandates
Currently, under Texas law, Texans have the right to choose whether they will get vaccinated.
Off-Duty USBP Agent Stops Knife-Wielding Suspect
An off-duty U.S. Border Patrol agent apprehended a man who was charging towards civilians with a large fixed-blade knife.
Multistate Coalition to Halt Biden's Expansion of Bostock Decision for Transgender Students
The Bostock holding was limited to employment-discrimination context, but the Department of Education is now trying to apply it to sports teams, single-sex bathrooms, and dress codes.
Multistate Coalition to Stop California to Set Standards for the Automotive Industry
Recently, the Biden Administration proposed that California, and no other state, should be given a “waiver” and allowed to set its own carbon emissions standards.
Eligible Yemenis may Apply for Temporary Protected Status
The extension and re-designation of Yemen for TPS is due to ongoing armed conflict.
Tyson Foods Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-7089” on the product bag or inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Supreme Court Ruling Round Up
The Court said its job is to determine whether the district court properly applied principles of the law to each dispute.
Kamala Harris to visit El Paso on Friday
There are still no exact details or agenda for the visit, but according to the statement, the goal is to “address the root causes of migration from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras.”
Amendment Protecting Taxpayers from Paying for Abortions
President Biden’s proposed budget omits the amendment that protects taxpayers and has been reenacted with bipartisan support every year since Roe v. Wade.
US Chamber of Commerce and CBP partner to combat counterfeit goods
The global trade in counterfeit and pirated goods generates more than $500 billion in illicit proceeds annually.
Food Safety Tips For Grilling Pros and Beginners
As millions of Americans get ready to commemorate Memorial Day, the USDA reminds people to keep it safe this weekend.