Weekly Roundup - December 5, 2025

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• Trump Pardons Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar and Wife, Says Biden 'Weaponized' Justice Department
• Congressman Troy Nehls Forgoes Re-election, Becoming Fourth GOP Retirement
• Texas Rep. Gary VanDeaver Will Not Seek Re-election in 2026
• Afghan National’s Arrest in Texas for Alleged Terroristic Threats Highlighted After D.C. Attack
• Texas Representative Sues on Behalf of 17 Families Against Celina ISD, Teacher Facing Child Pornography Charges
• Abbott Urges U.S. Treasury Secretary to Investigate CAIR Following 'Terrorist' Designation
• Here are Three Themes to Watch Ahead of Texas' 2026 Candidate Filing Deadline
• Comptroller’s Office Announces Final Rules for Education Savings Accounts
• Lt. Gov. Patrick Calls for Senate Hearing Over Chinese-Linked Solar Companies
• Texas-Based Dell Technologies Pledges Over $6 Billion for 'Trump Accounts'
• Dan Patrick Announces 'Little Texan Savings Fund' to Invest $1,000 in Texas Children's 'Trump Accounts'
• Three Texas School Districts to Open Virtual Campuses in Fall 2026