A federal judge in Austin, Texas has ordered the state to remove a large floating barrier from the middle of the Rio Grande River, following protests from the U.S. and Mexican governments. The U.S. government argued that the buoys violated the federal government's exclusive authority to regulate navigable waters, and Judge Ezra found that the buoys interfered with the federal government's ability to manage the river and caused environmental damage. The ruling is the latest development in the Biden administration's efforts to address the ongoing migrant crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Warner Bros. has postponed the release of "Dune: Part Two" from November to March 15, 2021 due to the ongoing actors strike. The strike, which began on April 12, is the first in Hollywood in nearly 20 years and is pushing for better pay and safety protocols for actors. The postponement of the film is a reminder of the impact the strike is having on the film industry.
A federal judge in Austin, Texas is set to consider the legality of a floating barrier installed by Texas in the Rio Grande along the border with Mexico. The Justice Department has argued that the barrier is a violation of international law and should be removed, while the state of Texas has argued that the barrier is necessary to protect the border and deter illegal crossings. The outcome of the case could have implications for the ongoing migrant crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has criticized Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's hold on hundreds of military promotions, calling it an "unprecedented" move that threatens the country's safety. This hold is the first time in the history of the Department of Defense that three of the military services are operating without Senate-confirmed leaders, and Austin has urged the Senate to do its job and confirm the president's nominees. Tuberville has yet to comment on Austin's remarks.
James Bernard Hendricks, 66, of Austin, Texas, was found dead in Arches National Park in Utah on August 1, believed to have died from heatstroke while on a trip to spread his father's ashes. Rangers found his vehicle at a trailhead parking lot after he was reported overdue, and his sisters believe he became disoriented from a combination of heat, dehydration and high altitude. Hendricks had documented his journey on social media prior to his death, and his family is asking for privacy during this difficult time.
The Biden administration has filed a lawsuit against the state of Texas over the use of floating barriers in the Rio Grande, with White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki noting that the administration was "deeply concerned" about the situation. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has responded by claiming that the state faces an "invasion" and that they have no choice but to take drastic measures to protect the border. The lawsuit is the latest in a series of clashes between the Biden administration and Texas over immigration policy, with the court yet to rule on the case.
Women in Texas are suing the state for clarity on exceptions to its strict abortion laws, after being denied care during their failed pregnancies. The lawsuit, brought by the Center for Reproductive Rights, is the first of its kind since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year. The women are seeking a preliminary injunction to allow lifesaving care for women in the state, and two of the women involved in the lawsuit spoke about the impact of Texas' abortion law at the hearing. A ruling is expected soon.
Austin real estate developer Nate Paul was arrested by the FBI on Thursday in connection to a scandal involving Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. The scandal began when Paxton involved his office in the investigation, leading to a chain of events that resulted in his historic impeachment. Paul was arrested on an unspecified federal felony charge, and the outcome of the investigation remains to be seen.