Surveillance Cameras Clash: Gov. Abbott has frozen state funding for Flock AI license-plate cameras, escalating a privacy fight after a Texas Tribune analysis said the state spent $30M+ on the system. Texas Politics: Sen. Ted Cruz teased a possible 2028 White House run while defending Clarence Thomas on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” and he also pushed back on John Cornyn’s warning about Ken Paxton. Ag Commissioner Race: Nate Sheets and opponent candidates are battling for Texas Agriculture Commissioner, with issues like screwworm and farmland pressure in the spotlight. Health Costs: A “No Surprises Act” arbitration system meant to cut surprise bills is now costing Texas employers billions more than expected. Courts & Rights: A federal judge again blocked Texas’s drag-show ban, saying the law is unconstitutional. Public Safety: A fatal crash near Forney killed a woman and injured an infant; Houston police also investigated a road-rage shooting on North Freeway. Business & Jobs: Apple plans a $60B Texas manufacturing/supply-chain push, including a Houston Mac mini and AI server effort. Sports: No. 8 Texas A&M swept Cal Poly 3-0 to close its invitational.