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Voters in the historically Democratic stronghold of South Texas are left wondering whether this was simply a strange election during an unusual year or a sign of a profound political realignment in the region.| The Texas Tribune
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launched Operation Lone Star to ramp up security along the Texas-Mexico border in March 2021, citing insufficient policies from the federal government. He announced that the state would deploy resources from the Department of Public Safety and the National Guard. The Texas Legislature dedicated nearly $2 billion toward the effort. But the operation has been mired in controversy; National Guard troops have called it a disaster, and migrants arrested on state trespassing ...| The Texas Tribune
Contact information, election results, salary and news for Gov. Greg Abbott.| The Texas Tribune
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On Friday, Abbott told reporters that he wants to stay in Texas and plans to run for reelection for governor.| The Texas Tribune
