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Lejilex co-founder: Lawsuit against SEC aims to 'put an end to its aggressive and unorthodox enforcement actions' in the crypto industry
Mike Wawszczak, co-founder of the cryptocurrency trading platform Lejilex, has announced that his company and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (CFAT) have initiated a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The two organizations contend that the SEC, under the leadership of Chair Gary Gensler, has unlawfully imposed its authority over the digital asset industry.
Governor Abbott rings Nasdaq closing bell
The Texas Governor's Office announced that Governor Greg Abbott participated in a virtual bell-ringing ceremony with Nasdaq, Inc., marking the closure of the Nasdaq stock exchange to commemorate Texas' economic successes. The event took place at the Governor's Mansion in Austin. This prestigious occasion signified recognition for the robust economic growth witnessed by the state.
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Trump, Abbott serve Thanksgiving dinner to Operation Lone Star service members
By Austin Journal | Nov 20, 2023
Former President Donald J. Trump joined Gov. Greg Abbott in Edinburg, near the southern border with Mexico, to serve Thanksgiving dinner to those serving in Operation Lone Star (OLS). Trump and Abbott, both Republicans, fed more than 240 Texas National Guard soldiers, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers, and other service members sent to the border, according to the Office of the Texas Governor. This event took place on Thanksgiving day as a gesture of gratitude towards the servicemen and women.
Cruz backs Israeli ground offensive against Hamas
By Austin Journal | Oct 30, 2023
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) has expressed his support for Israel's decision to launch a ground offensive against Hamas, the Palestinian militant group. In a press release issued by his office on October 27, Cruz emphasized that Israel has the right and obligation to ensure the security of its citizens.
Governor hosts 2023 Star of Texas Awards
By Austin Journal | Sep 13, 2023
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott hosted the 2023 Star of Texas Awards in Austin on September 11. The ceremony, held on the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, aimed to honor peace officers, first responders, and firefighters. The event was attended by Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan Hecht, Texas Supreme Court Justices Jimmy Blacklock and Brett Busby, as well as elected officials and the families of first responders.
Noem: "The cartels are out for blood."
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 28, 2023
Amid escalating border concerns, several state governors convened in Texas, rallying behind Governor Abbott's call for action and criticizing President Biden's approach while highlighting the tangible outcomes of Operation Lone Star.
Olivarez: "In the last 24 hrs, Troopers have recovered four unaccompanied children in Eagle Pass."
By Austin Journal Report | Aug 24, 2023
Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers found two unaccompanied children, ages 4 and 7, from Chiapas, Mexico, abandoned near the Rio Grande, bringing the total rescues to over 900 in Operation Lone Star.
Gov. Abbott: 'Today, I am signing a law that will ensure more than $18 billion in property tax cuts—the largest property tax cut in Texas history'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 17, 2023
During an event in the Houston suburb of New Caney on Aug. 9, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ceremoniously signed the $18 billion tax cut package for Texas property owners, nearly three weeks after he officially signed it into law. The package promises to deliver the largest property tax cut in Texas history.
Attorney General Paxton asserts right not to testify in impeachment trial
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 31, 2023
The impeachment trial of Attorney General Warren Kenneth Paxton Jr. took a new turn in early July as his legal team filed a motion seeking to preclude him from being compelled to testify before the Texas State Senate.
Congressional committees investigating intimidation of border whistleblower
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 28, 2023
House Committee chairmen, James Comer and Mark Green, launch a probe into U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) over alleged retaliation against a witness in the Biden border crisis investigation.
Abbott vows to fight Biden Administration in court over border barrier
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 26, 2023
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott remains defiant in his efforts to secure the southern border, deploying floating barriers in the Rio Grande River despite threat of legal action by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) in an effort to take them down.
Texas' Cruz: Supreme Court code of conduct measure a 'leftist political attack in the guise of an ethics bill'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 22, 2023
Keeping in line with his party’s stance, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) slammed a piece of legislation this week that seeks to implement a code of conduct for U.S. Supreme Court justices.
Gutierrez on US senatorial bid: 'Everything that we’ve seen in this state has been nothing but taking care of rich people'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 19, 2023
Texas State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, D-San Antonio, recently entered his name into the 2024 Texas Democratic primary for the United States Senate, calling out incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, for “taking care of rich people” and ignoring the working class..
Huffines on latest property tax legislation: 'almost guarantees us and ensures us that we can never completely phase out the local property taxes and that should be our goal'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 19, 2023
After the Texas Legislature finally agreed on a plan to provide property tax relief to Texans last week, Don Huffines joined Bill Peacock on his podcast The Liberty Cafe to examine the deal. According to Mr. Huffines, the disastrous plan shows a missed opportunity and hurts efforts to entirely eliminate school property taxes.
TPPF Policy Director: 'The time is now to secure the border, stop the cartels, protect our communities'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 10, 2023
Melissa Ford Maldonado, Secure & Sovereign Texas Policy Director at Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF), is in support of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan for the border following his visit to Texas.
Buzbee: House members should've let Paxton testify 'during their sham investigation but refused to do so'
By Austin Journal Report | Jul 5, 2023
Tony Buzbee, the Houston attorney representing Ken Paxton in the suspended Texas attorney general’s (TXAG) upcoming impeachment trial, said on Monday his client won’t take the stand, asserting the state should’ve afforded him the opportunity “during their sham investigation,” The Associated Press (AP) reported.
Angela Paxton on husband's impeachment: 'I took an oath to uphold the Constitution and the laws of this great state'
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 20, 2023
State Sen. Angela Paxton (R-McKinney), the wife of suspended Texas Attorney General (TXAG) Ken Paxton, said on Monday she won’t recuse herself from the impeachment proceedings against him.
Buzbee: Paxton conviction unlikely 'when the fact is the allegations are completely untrue'
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 8, 2023
The legal counsel that’s going to defend the suspended Texas attorney general (TXAG) during his impeachment trial said on Wednesday that their client will escape a conviction.
Abbott announces special election for Texas House seat vacated by expelled lawmaker
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 1, 2023
The Texas House of Representatives seat that was recently vacated by Republican Bryan Slaton, of Royce City, will be up for grabs as part of a special election slated for Nov. 7.
House legislative rulings' connection to 'shadowy legal efforts' raises questions
By Austin Journal Report | Jun 1, 2023
The relationship between Texas House Parliamentarian Hugh Brady and a law firm retained by Texas municipalities has come under scrutiny.