The Texas Republican Party has voted to censure second-term Congressman Tony Gonzales for breaking with the party in several votes, citing Rule 44 of the Republican Party of Texas. The censure is the latest in a series of moves by the Texas Republican Party to punish members who break with the party line, and serves as a reminder that the party is serious about enforcing its principles and priorities.
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Rep. Joaquin Castro of Texas announced Monday that he had undergone successful surgery to remove tumors discovered last summer in the lining of his gastrointestinal tract. The tumors were identified as gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors, which are rare and slow-growing. Castro said his prognosis is good and he expects to return to Washington, D.C. in several weeks to continue his work for the people of San Antonio. He thanked the medical staff, his family, friends, and constituents for their support.
This article reports on a tragic dog attack in San Antonio, Texas, which left one elderly man dead and three others injured. Firefighters had to fight off multiple pit bulls with pick-axes and pipe poles in order to reach the two victims, an elderly man and woman. The San Antonio Police Department is currently investigating the incident and the dogs have been taken into custody.