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The second insurrection

Popular Information • 13974 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24

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Texas is challenging federal government immigration control
Texas' actions at Shelby Park are escalating tensions with the federal government
Texas' defiance of federal authority is sparking support from other states and dangerous extremists

What’s the Matter with Texas?

Bulwark+ • 7016 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24

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Texas is in a conflict with federal authorities over border control at Shelby Park.
Texas Republicans are asserting state sovereignty over federal law, leading to a constitutional crisis.
Governor Abbott and other Republican governors are risking an armed showdown with the federal government.

Welfare States declare war on Donor States. But they have no money.

The Signorile Report • 3936 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24

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The GOP-led states calling for civil war are actually largely dependent on federal government support.
Some states labeled as 'Welfare States' receive more federal funds than they contribute in taxes.
The idea of secession and civil war promoted by these states is deemed economically unsustainable.

Texas and fascist governors are defying the federal government

New Means • 2810 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott is defying federal government rulings at the border with razor wire.
Multiple Republican governors are supporting Texas in its defiance, escalating tensions.
The situation highlights a constitutional crisis and the rise of fascist ideologies in politics.

TGIF: Soldiers of the Resistance

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4103 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24

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Biden and Texas are in a standoff over border fencing, with the Supreme Court ruling in Biden's favor due to immigration being a federal issue.
Governor Abbott of Texas declared the border crisis as an invasion, leading to a major escalation and support from other Republican governors.
Senator John Fetterman emphasized the need for a secure border, highlighting the challenges with a large number of migrants entering the country.

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Election Countdown, 282 Days to Go: The “States’ Rights” Era Returns.

Breaking the News • 461 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24

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The Supreme Court ruled on Texas National Guard's actions at the US-Mexico border.
Republican governors supported Texas in challenging federal jurisdiction over border control.
The GOP's stance echoes historical arguments of state sovereignty and defiance of federal authority.

Dinguses of the week: 15 governors saying “fuck them kids”

Men Yell at Me • 363 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24

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15 Republican governors declined federal assistance for feeding children in need during summer months
Child Tax Credit expansion lifted millions of children out of poverty and reduced food insufficiency rates
Maverick Gas Stations are changing the name of the beloved Kum & Go gas station, known for its humor

An Influential Yet Little-Known Document May Determine Your Civil Liberties

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 47 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23

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A little-known organization called the Uniform Law Commission is working on a document to give governors wide powers during emergencies.
The Model Public-Health-Emergency Authority Act aims to clarify governors' powers during health emergencies.
The Act grants governors significant powers, such as issuing orders for various actions, with implications on civil liberties.

Governor DeSantis Sends Troops To Texas

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24

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Florida and Idaho are the first states to send armed forces to support Texas.
Governor DeSantis is sending National Guard troops to Texas to assist with border security.
DeSantis and other Republican governors are supporting Texas' actions to address the surge in migrant border crossings.

Republican Governor Latest to Encourage Texas To Ignore US Supreme Court Ruling

The Washington Current • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24

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Multiple Republican politicians are encouraging Texas to ignore a US Supreme Court ruling.
The Supreme Court decision allowed the federal government to remove razor wire placed by Texas law enforcement on the border wall.
There is potential for President Biden to federalize the National Guard in Texas to enforce the court's ruling, leading to significant tension.