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- 1Texas maternal health report delay criticized as political▼TX maternal health report delay is political, puts pregnant women at risk, lawmakers say
Texas lawmakers say the delay of a state maternal health report is politically motivated and endangers pregnant women. The delayed report, which is meant to inform policy on maternal mortality and care, has prompted criticism that politics is being prioritized over women's health and safety in the state.
- 2Republican calls Trump's backing of Ken Paxton a 'colossal mistake'●Republican says Trump's support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was 'colossal mistake' https://www.theguardian.com/us-new
A Republican lawmaker, Senator Thom Tillis, has publicly criticised Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate primary, calling it a 'colossal mistake'. The remarks highlight growing Republican unease over Trump's intervention in the race against incumbent John Cornyn, with some in the party fearing Paxton's legal baggage could jeopardise a winnable seat.