Trump heaps praise on Texas Gov. Greg Abbott

Gov. Abbott sent letters on Thursday to U.S. Congressional leaders requesting the federal government reimburse Texas $11.1 billion for border budget.
The Republican governor blamed the just-ended presidency of Democrat Joe Biden for the state having to step up to secure its border with Mexico.
The governor said that Texas incurred costs for border walls, military support and transportation that should have been covered by the U.S.
Gov. Abbott urges Texans impacted by recent winter weather to document and report any property and agricultural damages.
President Trump was surprised to see Texas governor Greg Abbott in the crowd at Capitol Hill after his inauguration.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott this week announced his appointment of Paul E. Mansur for Yoakum County Criminal District Attorney.