Jack Fink
@cbs11jack
Political reporter at KTVT-TV CBS-11 in Dallas-Fort Worth. RTs not endorsements.
NOW: President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, & Governor Greg Abbott are getting a look at the devastation from the deadly flooding in Kerrville, Texas. The President & First Lady will then hold a roundtable to hear from first responders, local and Texas leaders. @CBSNewsTexas
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump landed in Central Texas on Friday to survey the devastation wrought by last week's deadly flooding. Trump will speak with local officials and first responders in Kerrville, Texas, as the death toll stands at 121.…
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are heading to Central Texas on Friday to survey the devastation wrought by last week's deadly flooding, as first responders and family members continue their search for the missing. cbsnews.com/texas/news/tru…
NEW: @KenPaxtonTX campaign announces he raised $2.9 million in the second quarter for his Republican primary bid for U.S. Senate. Paxton: “…It's crystal clear that the people of Texas are ready for a change, and in March 2026, change is coming.” @CBSNewsTexas
TODAY: @POTUS & @FLOTUS travel to Kerrville, Texas to meet with first responders, local and state leaders to discuss the deadly and horrific flooding in Central Texas. @tedcruz and @JohnCornyn will also be aboard AF1. @CBSNewsTexas
NEW: Senator @AngelaPaxtonTX files for divorce saying in her court filing that @KenPaxtonTX committed adultery. It comes as the Attorney General is locked in a contentious battle with @JohnCornyn for U.S. Senate in the March 2026 primary. m.youtube.com/watch?v=yUoEVv… @CBSNewsTexas
MORE: @RepMattSchaefer says he’s also not supporting @JohnCornyn in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate. @CBSNewsTexas
The simple truth: -John Cornyn needs to go -Ken Paxton is morally unfit #txlege
NEW: Spokesperson for the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) blasts @KenPaxtonTX after today’s divorce filing by Senator Paxton. @CBSNewsTexas
What Ken Paxton has put his family through is truly repulsive and disgusting. No one should have to endure what Angela Paxton has, and we pray for her as she chooses to stand up for herself and her family during this difficult time.
NEW: Former conservative State Representative @RepMattSchaefer, who voted against impeaching @KenPaxtonTX two years ago, is opposing the AG’s campaign for U.S. Senate. @CBSNewsTexas
Ken Paxton is morally unfit to hold office. He cannot be the next U.S. Senator from Texas. #txlege
Sen. Angela Paxton, the wife of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, filed for divorce from her husband, according to Collin County court records. cbsloc.al/45Yb1dT
MORE: Senator Paxton’s divorce filing comes amid a contentious Republican battle between @KenPaxtonTX and incumbent Senator @JohnCornyn for the March 2026 primary. @CBSNewsTexas
NEW: Senator @AngelaPaxtonTX says she filed for divorce on biblical grounds from Attorney General @KenPaxtonTX after 38 years of marriage. It comes 2 years after he faced allegations during his impeachment trial that he had an affair. He was acquitted of charges. @CBSNewsTexas
NEW: @KenPaxtonTX posts comment about his pending divorce. @AngelaPaxtonTX announced a short time ago that she filed for divorce on biblical grounds. @CBSNewsTexas
After facing the pressures of countless political attacks and public scrutiny, Angela and I have decided to start a new chapter in our lives. I could not be any more proud or grateful for the incredible family that God has blessed us with, and I remain committed to supporting…
NEW: Senator @AngelaPaxtonTX says she filed for divorce on biblical grounds from Attorney General @KenPaxtonTX after 38 years of marriage. It comes 2 years after he faced allegations during his impeachment trial that he had an affair. He was acquitted of charges. @CBSNewsTexas
Today, after 38 years of marriage, I filed for divorce on biblical grounds. I believe marriage is a sacred covenant and I have earnestly pursued reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe that it honors God or is loving to myself, my children, or Ken to…
Gov. Greg Abbott has released his agenda for the Texas Legislative special session expected to begin July 21st. @cbs11jack #EyeonPolitics cbsnews.com/texas/news/gov…
NEW: @RepVeasey responds to @GregAbbott_TX decision to add redistricting to the special session agenda starting July 21. Veasey’s district, CD 33, is among those the Governor and USDOJ say should be redrawn. Veasey: “Trump and Abbott: BRING IT ON." @CBSNewsTexas
Abbott’s decision to call a special session on redistricting is nothing more than a craven power grab. Read my full statement here:
NEW: @GregAbbott_TX adds flooding warning systems, emergency communications and more in an expansion of the special session agenda in the aftermath of the deadly flooding. But he also added raw politics - redrawing TX Congressional districts. youtu.be/WU4uBeD0TKo @CBSNewsTexas
BREAKING: @GregAbbott_TX widens special session 7/21: including -flood warning systems & emergency communications -relief $ for Hill Country -natural disaster preparation & recovery -eliminate STAAR test -cut property taxes -protect kids from THC -redraw Congressional Districts
NEW: Governor Abbott orders all flags of the state of Texas to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunrise on July 14 in mourning for all those who lost their lives in the devastating floods in Central Texas. @CBSNewsTexas
FULL INTERVIEW: State Rep. @JaredLPatterson discusses how state lawmakers may respond to the deadly flooding in Central Texas during their upcoming special session. He also talks about efforts to raise money for the community. m.youtube.com/watch?v=RfUUlz… @CBSNewsTexas