Texas Democrats packed their bags and made arrangements to be out of the state for weeks. Some are missing big events, like their kid's first day of school. Show Caption A child starting kindergarten is a milestone most American families wouldn't dare miss, but it's one John Bucy will be absent ...

President Donald Trump speaks at an event to mark National Purple Heart Day in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) By  ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year]  NEW YORK (AP) —...