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Tense moment in Texas House committee over DEI policies leaves agency head in tears
SUMMARY: During a Texas House Appropriations Committee hearing, tensions flared as Rep. Brian Harrison questioned the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) about race-based hiring practices linked to their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. TWDB Chair L’Oreal Stepney became emotional over the accusations. Democratic Rep. Nicole Collier criticized Harrison’s questioning as offensive, emphasizing the qualifications of Black professionals like Stepney. The governor praised Stepney’s leadership, while Harrison defended the exchange as professional. Expert Eric McDaniel noted a growing distrust in institutions and highlighted the importance of understanding DEI beyond racial contexts, warning against potential negative consequences of ongoing attacks on such policies.
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2025 Texas Longhorns football preview: The running back room looks loaded
SUMMARY: The Texas Longhorns running back room is poised for a stronger 2025 season after injuries sidelined key players like CJ Baxter and Christian Clark in 2024. Baxter, returning healthy, is expected to lead alongside Quintrevion Wisner, who rushed for over 1,000 yards last year, and bruising freshman Jerrick Gibson. Depth is bolstered by promising recruits James Simon and Rickey Stewart Jr. The offense may gain new versatility with quarterback Arch Manning’s mobility. However, Texas must improve ball security after fumbling 26 times in 2024. Additionally, new running backs coach Chad Scott replaces Tashard Choice, bringing experience from West Virginia.
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Breaking down the verdict for Sean “Diddy” Combs
SUMMARY: Hip hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of two out of five prostitution-related charges but acquitted of the more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges after an eight-week trial in Manhattan. The jury deliberated for 13 hours over three days, delivering a mixed verdict. Combs remains jailed awaiting sentencing, with each charge carrying up to ten years. His defense denies involvement and plans to appeal. Despite some relief, the judge denied bail citing past violence. A remote hearing is scheduled for October 3 to possibly expedite sentencing, with credit given for time already served.
Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of two out of five counts of prostitution related charges. He was acquitted of the most serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
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Diddy trial verdict: Jury convicts on 2 charges; Diddy now faces jail time | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: Sean “Diddy” Combs was found not guilty of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges but convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution related to sex parties. The trial lasted nearly a month, with prosecutors presenting testimony from 34 witnesses, including Cassie Ventura, who described abuse. However, jurors concluded that the encounters were consensual and dismissed the notion of a criminal enterprise. Despite the conviction on lesser charges, Combs now faces up to ten years in federal prison. His defense maintains all sexual activities were consensual. This verdict marks the first federal convictions against Combs.
Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of prostitution but acquitted on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. FOX’s Mike Emanuel has the details.
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