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District 18

What Trump’s election executive order could mean for voting

A runoff in the Houston area between challenger Christian Menefee and longtime incumbent Al Green is being seen as part of a much bigger fight for the future of Texas Democrats.
Also, an executive order from the Trump administration may put the postal service in the middle of election-year politics.
Also — explosions on the other side of the Texas-New Mexico border near El Paso, and what they portend for the future of a border wall.
Meanwhile, Artemis II astronauts are making history with a flyby today.

Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas.
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Breaking down new guidances over COVID boosters

After years of failed attempts, a so-called “bathroom bill” becomes law in Texas. We’ll cover what the rules say and how they’ll be enforced.
Thinking of getting a COVID booster and have questions? We have answers.
Why the National Weather Service offices in Austin and San Antonio are not fully staffed, even after historic flooding this summer.
A conversation with Christian Davenport, author of the new book, “Rocket Dreams,” all about the billionaires engaged in a new space race.
And today’s Hispanic heritage moment honors four-time Grammy winner Vikki Carr.

Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas.

You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org

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