Weekly Roundup - May 3, 2024

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The Texan’s Weekly Roundup brings you the latest news in Texas politics, breaking down the top stories of the week with our team of reporters who give you the facts so you can form your own opinion. 

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This week, the team discusses:

• The Texan’s fifth anniversary!
• Dozens of UT Austin protesters arrested, many of whom are not affiliated with the university
• Over 500 faculty signing a “letter of no confidence” in the university president
• The UT System’s investments including Israeli companies and weapons manufacturers
• Two Texas GOP congressional members pressuring the Biden administration to enforce a water treaty with Mexico
• Texas elected officials challenging the Biden administration’s changes to Title IX
• The City of Fort Worth canceling a speaking event with a “de-transitioner” activist
• The Austin Police Department investigating an “overdose outbreak” affecting 51 people
• Harris County voters now electing members to their appraisal district board
• Amarillo residents signing enough petitions for the city council to vote on a “Sanctuary City for the Unborn” ordinance
• Thousands of illegal immigrants being flown into Texas through a federal program