State Senator Nathan Johnson, D-Dallas, reports that the Department of Justice has yet to respond to a letter he and a group of Senate Democrats sent, seeking an investigation into whether Republicans are infringing on Texans' voting rights. The group points to several incidents, starting with the removal of around a million people from voter rolls since 2021. Senator Johnson and his colleagues argue that the timing, the sheer number of removals, and the lack of transparency raise concerns that legitimate voters may have been wrongfully disenfranchised.

Additionally, the letter addresses Attorney General Ken Paxton's investigations into voter registration organizations accused of registering non-citizens near some Texas Department of Public Safety offices. Johnson claims these investigations were spurred by a debunked social media post and believes the actions are unjustified attempts by Republicans to secure elections and prevent illegal voting. Johnson alleges that Republicans are trying to influence the election by rigging it in their favor and delegitimizing the results if they lose or win by a narrow margin. He states that these tactics are meant to scare and deter people from voting.

Furthermore, the letter accuses AG Paxton of targeting Catholic organizations at the border that provide aid to migrants and asylum seekers, suggesting this is politically motivated. Paxton defends his actions, asserting he's investigating whether these organizations are harboring undocumented immigrants illegally. Johnson questions the timing of all these efforts as the election approaches, arguing that they are part of a broader strategy to falsely amplify fears of voter fraud and subsequently protest election results, particularly if Donald Trump loses. He criticizes these tactics as fearmongering, aimed at mobilizing far-right voters.

Additionally, Senator Johnson has highlighted another critical issue facing Texas: its looming water crisis. Alongside Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, Johnson emphasizes the urgent need for new water sources, cleaning existing water supplies, and implementing a statewide flood plan. With bipartisan support from both Democrats and Republicans, Johnson believes the upcoming legislative session will focus on significant investments in state infrastructure. He argues that addressing the water crisis is essential for future generations, far more crucial than additional property tax reductions, emphasizing a sustainable approach for the state's future well-being.