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Exit interview: Michael Burgess on leaving Congress, how the Texas delegation has changed and the path forward for health care

The North Texas Republican and former OB-GYN is leaving office after 22 years having made his mark on health insurance and energy policy.

The Texas Tribune

England new boy Jamie Smith makes hundred for Surrey on testing day for batters

The 23-year-old was the only wicketkeeper named in England’s 14-man squad for the first Test against the West Indies a week on Wednesday.

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Political novice Brandon Gill seeks to be Trump’s biggest advocate in Congress

Rookie candidate Brandon Gill won the Texas GOP primary to succeed longtime U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess. But some Republicans spent big money to keep him away.

The Texas Tribune

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Moderate Republican Tony Gonzales fails to clinch GOP nomination, forced into runoff

State Rep. Craig Goldman and business owner John O’Shea are competing to replace U.S. Rep. Kay Granger. Brandon Gill won the GOP nomination to replace Michael Burgess.

The Texas Tribune

It’s primary election day. Here are six things to watch.

Divisions among Republicans are in stark display, some of Texas’ most senior members of Congress are retiring and Democrats are hoping to unseat Sen. Ted Cruz.

The Texas Tribune

Southlake mayor and Dinesh D’Souza’s son-in-law lead pack in open North Texas congressional primary

The two social conservatives are leading with money and endorsements in the crowded GOP primary to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess of Lewisville.

The Texas Tribune

The field for the Texas primary election is set — here’s what to watch for

With both Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton out for revenge, Republican members of the Texas House are the top target on the ballot.

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Longtime U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess will not seek reelection

Burgess, a Dallas-area Republican who comes from a family of doctors, was a key critic of Democratic efforts to overhaul the country’s health care system.

The Texas Tribune

Bankrupt Crypto Exchange FTX Takes Legal Action Against Former Associates Over $157.3 Million Withdrawal

FTX alleges illicit withdrawals made by former associates of Salameda, under the control of ex-CEO Sam Bankman-Fried.

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U.S. Rep. Chip Roy helps bend powerful House committee further to the right

With help from two other ultraconservatives, the Texas Republican’s seat on the Rules Committee has let him press for red-meat priorities, even in traditionally bipartisan legislation.

The Texas Tribune

On Trump indictment, deafening silence from many Texas Republicans in Congress

WASHINGTON — A handful of Texas Republicans in Congress have energetically defended Donald Trump since the Justice Department accused him of mishandling classified documents he shouldn’t have kept after leaving the White House.

Tribune News Service

Tom Banton inspires Somerset to third win from three at start of Blast campaign

Glamorgan lost regular wickets and were all out for 153 in 19.4 overs.

The Independent UK

Trump’s Hill backers often voted like DeSantis on entitlements - Roll Call

Trump’s has targeted DeSantis’ congressional votes that endorsed changes in seniors' benefits. Some Trump backers voted the same way, however.

Roll Call

TikTok hearing: CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies before US Congress amid looming ban – as it happened

App’s future in doubt as Biden administration threatens to ban it entirely in the country – follow all the latest

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Republicans move beyond repeal-and-replace to other health care priorities

WASHINGTON — The Republican health care agenda was dominated for years by the all-consuming goal of repealing former President Barack Obama’s Affordable Care Act but that singular focus seems to have faded.

The Texas Tribune

New Congress will feature few leadership roles for the many Texans in the U.S. House

Texans will chair some powerful committees in the House, but their roles in top leadership elections last week were more often as anti-establishment voices than contenders.

Tribune News Service

Texans afflicted by 15-inch rains dismayed that climate denial persists in Congress

BALCH SPRINGS, Texas — Weeks after the skies opened and dumped 15 inches of rain on his home, Joel Garcia was tearing out drywall on a hot afternoon, a debris pile growing at the curb.

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Abortion foes push federal action as Texas Republicans say issue best left to the states

WASHINGTON — Republicans are widely expected to take their first House majority in a post-Roe world next year, encountering a legal landscape conducive to tighter federal restrictions on abortion.

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The Independent UK

Keaton Jennings’ triple century gives Lancashire chance of win against Somerset

Jennings made a career-best 318

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Dom Sibley tipped to show selectors he’s England’s ‘best opener’

Sibley is part of a County Select XI that will face New Zealand in Chelmsford on Thursday

The Independent UK

Michael Burgess hits second successive century as Warwickshire dominate Essex

Wicketkeeper Burgess followed his 178 against Surrey with 170 off 217 balls.

The Guardian - UK

April the kindest month as county batters pile up the centuries

Pitches in fine fettle, bowlers out of practice and batters unscarred by failure make it a fruitful time for the wavers of the willow

Daily Mirror

Warwickshire tailender makes England joke after record-breaking blockathon

Oliver Hannon-Dalby set a new county cricket record by taking 94 minutes to get off the mark during Warwickshire's game against Surrey

Tribune News Service

Democrats, Republicans crafting messages for November’s crucial midterm elections

As the coronavirus pandemic eases and Americans anxiously watch the war in Ukraine, Democrats and Republicans are honing their pitches to voters in this year’s critical midterm elections.

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