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Texas Republicans, once allied with prosecutors, seek to rein them in

Some local district and county attorneys have said they will not pursue abortion-related cases, or prioritize certain drug, property and election crimes.

The Texas Supreme Court on Jan. 15, 2020.

Prosecutorial discretion and discipline

Who would take over prosecution?


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