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Focusing on political victories during his State of the Union address, Trump gave himself and Republicans high marks while scolding Democrats for their stances on the economy and immigration.
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Texas voters can cast their ballot early in the Republican or Democratic primary through Friday, Feb. 27. Election day is March 3.
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Mark Schiefelbein/APIn his State of the Union address on Tuesday night, President Trump once again touted new tax benefits for tipped workers, who like many Americans are feeling the pinch of higher prices. -
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