A Texas official on Monday added HSBC Holdings to an energy sanctions list, widening a crackdown on companies which in the state’s view are too focused on energy transition. Republican-led U.S. states have alleged companies are prioritizing environmental, social and governance policies (ESG) over their financial responsibilities to their shareholders. The move could prohibit Texas’…
1 Student Shot and Killed, Another Injured at Texas High School; Suspect Charged With Capital Murder
One student was killed and another injured after a shooting at Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas. “On behalf of the department, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family of the victims and to all of the students and staff at Lamar High School,” Arlington Police Chief Al Jones said. “Our…
Biden DOJ Asks Supreme Court to Fast-Track Case That Could Reinstate Federal Gun Ban
March 19, 2023
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is asking the Supreme Court to overturn an appeals court ruling that struck down a federal law preventing people under domestic violence-related restraining orders from having guns. The Biden administration asked in its new petition (pdf) for the high court to hear the case on a “highly expedited schedule”…
Texas Senate Committee Passes Bill Restricting Transgender Athletes from Competing in Collegiate Sports
March 17, 2023
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The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs has approved a bill restricting transgender athletes in intercollegiate athletic competitions. Senate Bill 15, also known as the Save Women’s Sports Act, authored by Republican state Sen. Mayes Middleton would require college-level athletes to compete based on a student’s biological sex as shown on their birth certificate. The…
Drone Strikes on Fentanyl Plants in Mexico ‘Pretty Good Idea,’ Says Texas Congressman
March 17, 2023
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Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) has joined a growing number of legislators calling for military action against Mexican cartels due to the growing fentanyl crisis in the United States. Hunt was asked if, because of his military background, he believes that the United States should use its military against the cartels in Mexico. The Texas Republican…
LIVE NOW: NTD News Today (March 16): Pentagon Releases Video of Drone-Jet Incident; CDC Bought Phone Data to Monitor Americans
The Pentagon Thursday released a video showing a Russian jet flying towards a U.S. military drone, which then crashed into the Black Sea. Washington called the fighter jet’s actions “unsafe” and “reckless.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention purchased data from tracking companies to monitor compliance with lockdowns, according to contracts just published by…
NTD News Today (March 16): Pentagon Releases Video of Drone-Jet Incident; CDC Bought Phone Data to Monitor Americans
The Pentagon Thursday released a video showing a Russian jet flying towards a U.S. military drone, which then crashed into the Black Sea. Washington called the fighter jet’s actions “unsafe” and “reckless.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention purchased data from tracking companies to monitor compliance with lockdowns, according to contracts just published by…
Texas Bill Enables Prosecutors to Hand Down Murder Charges for Producing, Selling Fentanyl
The Texas Senate voted unanimously on March 15 to pass a bill that would increase the penalties for the manufacturing or distribution of fentanyl, including tougher penalties when an individual overdoses and dies. Senate Bill 645 was introduced by state Sen. Joan Huffman, a Republican, as part of the state’s tough-on-drugs approach amid the opioid epidemic. Under the bill,…
NTD Evening News (March 15): Tensions Soar as US, Russia Race to Recover Drone Debris; Texas to Take Control of Houston Schools
The Pentagon on March 15 said that Russia “intentionally” intercepted a $32 million U.S. drone before hitting it and later forcing it to come down over the Black Sea. Russia, meanwhile, vowed to recover the debris of the drone. The Justice Department has arrested an exiled Chinese billionaire known as Miles Guo. Federal prosecutors are…
Texas Senate Introduces $16.5 Billion Property Tax Relief Plan
March 14, 2023
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Texas Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced on Tuesday the Senate Finance Committee’s plan to provide billions in property tax relief. Patrick, along with Republican state Sens. Tom Bettencourt and Tan Parker, introduced Senate Bills 3, 4, and 5 to provide $16.5 billion in property tax cuts. The state is sitting on a record $33…
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