Author: Scott Dance

Decisions and VerdictsElections, Courts and the JudiciaryFederal Aid (US)Federal Emergency Management AgencyFederal-State Relations (US)Homeland Security DepartmentTerrorismUnited States Politics and GovernmentVoting Rights, Registration and Requirements

Judge Blocks FEMA From Tying Antiterrorism Grants to Election Changes

The Trump administration had threatened to withhold some Homeland Security money unless states explored paper balloting and citizenship verification.

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Abbott, Gregory W (1957- )Artificial IntelligenceData CentersElectric Light and PowerElectric Reliability Council of TexasGovernors (US)Midterm Elections (2026)PollutionRegulation and Deregulation of IndustryTexasTexas Commission on Environmental QualityUnited States Politics and GovernmentWater

Texas Halts Data Center Permits, Expanding Environmental Scrutiny

Less than a year ago, Gov. Greg Abbott welcomed data centers. Now he is confronting concerns about the projects even among fellow Republicans.

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Decisions and VerdictsDemocracy Forward (Nonprofit)Disasters and EmergenciesFederal Emergency Management AgencyGovernment Efficiency Department (US)Government EmployeesHomeland Security DepartmentLayoffs and Job ReductionsSuits and Litigation (Civil)United States Politics and Government

FEMA Could Still Lose More Jobs Despite Court Ruling

A plan to halve the agency’s sprawling work force was illegal, a judge ruled. But the court is not blocking other FEMA cuts.

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