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Republican Jill Dutton has won the special election runoff for Texas House District 2, a seat vacated by former Republican Rep. Bryan Slaton, who was expelled for sexual misconduct with an aide. Dutton beat fellow Republican Brent Money by 111 votes, or 0.82 percentage points, according to unofficial results.

Governor Abbott To Host Fellow Governors For Border Security Press Conference At Shelby Park

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and 14 of America's Governors will hold a press conference on the unprecedented actions to protect Americans in response to President Joe Biden's reckless open border policies on Sunday, February 4 at Shelby Park in Eagle Pass.

Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas Commission On Law Enforcement

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Conor Harvey and Justin West and reappointed Janna Atkins to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for terms set to expire on August 30, 2029. Additionally, Governor Abbott appointed Justin Berry to the Commission for a term set to expire on August 30, 2027. The Commission establishes and enforces standards to ensure that the people of Texas are served by highly trained and ethical law enforcement, corrections, and telecommunications personnel.

Texas GOP Releases 2024 Republican Primary Ballot Propositions

The Texas State Republican Executive Committee approved 13 ballot propositions which will appear on the Republican primary election ballot for the primary election on March 5, 2024. These propositions do not make law. They serve as an opinion survey of Republican voters and are designed to push an agenda for the party’s platform and for use in issue advocacy for the next legislative session.