Texas trims aid to colonias near border after years of help
Texas lawmakers cut university programs that provided vaccines and health checks to colonia residents and did not renew a water and sewer service program. Gov. Abbott closed the office coordinating colonias work, raising concern among border-area advocates about deteriorating conditions for migrants and families living in cinderblock homes and shanties.
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Trump urges McConnell to deliver or quit as tensions surge
President Trump harshly criticizes Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell over stalled health care tax and infrastructure actions. He signals McConnell may need to step aside if key agenda items are not advanced, saying he is disappointed but would praise moves once legislation progresses. No response yet from McConnell.
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Guam Residents Trust U S Military Amid North Korea Tensions
In Hagatna Guam residents express patriotism and faith in the U S military presence on the island. Despite threats from North Korea promising actions near Guam by mid August locals feel reassured and protected by bases at Andersen and Naval Base Guam with 7 000 troops.
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Newborn girl rescued after abandonment in Houston flower bed
A newborn girl, found crying and covered in ants in a Houston suburb, was saved by a vigilant apartment resident before dawn. Harris County deputies traced blood to an apartment where a 21-year-old woman admitted motherhood. She is detained for evaluation. no charges filed.
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