Texas Tribune
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- Texas Republicans Have a Data Center Problem
Texas Republicans are divided over data center development, with some constituents opposing projects like OpenAI's Stargate, which has drawn support from President Donald Trump and Governor Greg Abbott. A Republican member, Rena Schroeder, left the party after facing backlash for proposing a data center ban, reflecting growing tensions between rural voters and pro-industry GOP leaders.
- GOP zeros in on South Texas Dem who urged Trump to 'allow people to cross freely'
Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, a Democratic congressman from a South Texas district that Donald Trump won by 10 points in 2024, faces intense GOP scrutiny over his border policy record. The district, redistricted to favor Republicans, is now a key battleground, with Republicans accusing Gonzalez of misaligning with local priorities on immigration and border security. Gonzalez defends his stance as 'tough' on Biden's policies while advocating for humane migrant processes.