Members of Congress and state lawmakers have been all abuzz this past week ever since the New York Times reported on a plan to have Texas legislators redraw the state's Congressional districts to help Republicans gain more seats in the Lone Star State.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick discusses riots across the country over ICE deportations on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick visited El Paso as part of a multi-city tour. During his stop, he addressed key issues such as property taxes and border security.

The Lieutenant Governor of Texas Dan Patrick visited El Paso to talk about the recent Texas state legislature. Patrick recently called the legislature the "most conservative and successful legislative session.

Abbott has won a number of major legislative victories over the past couple of sessions, including a long-awaited expansion of school choice this year. His re-election next year is all but assured.

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Gov. Greg Abbott faces pressure, including from in his own Republican Party, to veto the legislation, which Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick championed.

Gov. Abbott celebrates Texas passing conservative laws covering education reforms, border security, and economic investments.

According to a press release, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick will host a press conference in Wichita Falls on Tuesday. The “Post Session Press