Lawmakers will have 30 days to tackle a packed agenda outlined by Gov. Greg Abbott, from flood relief to redistricting to THC products.

Texas lawmakers wrapped up the first day of a 30-day special session Monday, with congressional redistricting dominating discussions as Democrats vowed to disrupt Republican efforts to redraw maps that could benefit the Trump administration.

AUSTIN — Democrats used the opening of the first special session of the 89th Texas Legislature on Monday to stress they would use any tactic necessary to stand up to a proposed redrawing of Texas’ congressional district lines to solidify a GOP majority in Washington.

At Trump's urging, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has requested lawmakers potentially redraw the state's electoral map. Opponents warn it could backfire.

With few options to prevent the Republican majority from passing a new congressional map, Democrats threatened to filibuster, delay hearings and even break quorum.

By taking up new congressional maps pushed by President Trump first, Republicans hope to discourage Democrats from walking out of a special session before they vote on flood relief.

Texas football made another statement on the recruiting trail with the addition of five-star RB Derrek Cooper.

Texas continued its recruiting tear Sunday by securing the commitment of Derrek Cooper, the top-ranked running back in the 2026 class and the seventh-ranked prospect overall.