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Texas News 18-01-2022

Beto O’Rourke announces $7.2 million in fundraising in first 46 days of campaign; Greg Abbott touts $18.9 million over last six months

The latest fundraising figures in the governor’s race confirm what’s long been seen as the state of play: O’Rourke is a strong fundraiser, but Abbott, with over $65 million saved up, is on another level. Gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke spoke during a November campaign kickoff event in Dallas. Sign up for The Brief, our daily […]

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Texas News 18-01-2022

State Rep. Eddie Lucio III, who announced last year he would not seek reelection, to step down early

The Brownsville Democrat said his resignation will be effective Jan. 31. That sets up a potential special election to finish his term, though whoever wins would only serve for a short time. Democratic state Rep. Eddie Lucio III has represented House District 38 in the Rio Grande Valley since 2007. Sign up for The Brief, […]

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