SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) agreed not to interfere with Texas‘s election process after being sued by Texas officials. A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order to enforce this. The DOJ planned to monitor compliance with federal voting rights in 86 jurisdictions but was prohibited from polling places in Texas. Texas officials, led by Attorney General Ken Paxton, argued that state law governs monitoring elections. The DOJ and Texas reached an agreement allowing monitors outside polling locations but maintaining compliance with Texas law. The state’s lawsuit against the DOJ remains active until after the election.

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SUMMARY: On election day, polls will open in less than an hour, and over 81 million people have already voted nationwide, including 9 million in Texas. In Harris County alone, there are 700 voting centers. Tensions are high with Democrats calling for federal monitors due to concerns over voter suppression, particularly among minorities. Republicans argue that the record voter turnout indicates fair elections and view the oversight as unnecessary. Harris County Judge Lena Hado supports the monitor’s presence to ensure transparency. Political experts suggest that the debate over monitor access hinges on federal and state laws.

As federal election monitors make their way to Texas, there’s a last-minute political battle brewing over whether they have a role in state-run elections.

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SUMMARY: In northeast Houston, a home invasion led to a shooting, leaving a man hospitalized. A 70-year-old homeowner defended himself against a man in his 30s who forcibly entered his former residence and began assaulting him. The incident occurred shortly after 11:30 p.m., when the police received reports of the shooting. The homeowner fired multiple shots, striking the intruder, who was later transported to a trauma center in critical condition. As of now, police have not labeled the intruder as a suspect. The investigation continues as authorities gather more information.

According to Houston police, a 70-year-old man was trying to protect his himself and his home when he shot the alleged intruder.

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