www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2024-10-21 17:29:48

SUMMARY: During a House committee meeting on criminal justice, death row inmate Robert Robertson was notably absent as the Attorney General labeled him a security risk. Chairman Joe Moody asserted the committee did not intend to create a constitutional crisis with its subpoena. The governor’s office filed a briefing claiming the committee overstepped its authority by halting Robertson’s execution, as clemency lies solely with the governor. A prayer was said by seminary students against the death penalty. Representative Drew Derby raised concerns about adherence to a law requiring appeals courts to address flawed science in Robertson’s shaken baby conviction, emphasizing the need for truth and justice.

Death row inmate Robert Roberson was a no show at a hearing on Monday. Roberson was subpoenaed by the House Jurisprudence Committee as a way to stop his execution that was set for last week.

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-10-21 17:21:58

SUMMARY: Tarrant County reported a record turnout for the first day of early voting, with over 52,000 ballots cast, surpassing 2020’s total by more than 10,000. High interest in voting, driven by a growing population and increased voter registration, was evident as many lined up for hours. Key races, particularly the Texas Senate contest between Congressman Colin Allred and Senator Ted Cruz, drew significant attention. Voters expressed concerns on issues like the economy, immigration, and women’s rights. Dallas and Denton counties also reported strong turnout, reflecting a heightened engagement in this crucial election season.

Early voting began for the 2024 November general election on Monday. Thousands of people in north Texas got out to have their voices heard at the ballot box.

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor – 2024-10-21 17:14:00

SUMMARY: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating ActBlue, a Democratic donation platform, for possible suspicious donations, prompting him to petition the Federal Election Commission (FEC) for new regulations to prevent straw donations. Allegations include the use of prepaid credit cards to mask identities of donors. Paxton argues that the existing measures are insufficient to safeguard against fraud, which could allow illegal foreign contributions and exceed contribution limits. Despite the scrutiny, ActBlue reported record contributions, with 6.9 million unique donors in Q3 2024 alone. ActBlue maintains that small donations fuel grassroots political engagement.

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