Greg Casar Is Organizing to Win The new chair of the Progressive Caucus wants to do for Democrats what he did for construction workers in Texas.

For over a decade, @repcasar.bsky.social and I have fought alongside eachother for workers' rights. A recent American Prospect article highlights this vital work and the connections that are building more equitable communities, from Travis County to DC. When we organize, we win!

If you’re gathering with family and friends this Labor Day weekend and making some last-minute purchases, thank the workers and buy union-made! ✊

Construction company pleads guilty in case of deadly 2021 trench collapse in Travis County Juan José Galvan Batalla died from his injuries after he was trapped inside a collapsed trench while working to install a wastewater line.

Historic victory in Travis Co. Our office secured a guilty plea from a company in a worker's death for the first time since the early 90s. This is what Economic Justice Enforcement is about: holding corporations accountable for their crimes.

#WorkersRights #CorporateAccountability #TravisCounty

KUT News Now episode from last month, ft my conversation with APD Chief Lisa Davis, about our strengthened collaboration to get violent offenders off the streets and build a safer Travis County. Appreciated discussing our visions for public safety and creating more stable communities.

Local Bail Hearings Now Have Defense Attorneys Most of the Time Checking in on the pilot Counsel at First Appearance program

Thrilled to see the Counsel at First Appearance program already making a difference. The Chronicle reports on its implementation, which our office supported to make our system fairer and more efficient. As I said, "The most rewarding part is for the county to acknowledge that we can do better."

Happy Hour 226: Travis County DA José Garza Puts People Over Politics YouTube video by Progress Texas

Progress Texas had me on to discuss our office's data-driven approach to public safety in Travis County.

We talked about countering right-wing attacks, the success of our Travis County Transformation Project for youth, and why Austin is safer now than when I took office.

Travis County launches CARES Fund for flood relief aid The fund is designed to provide direct financial relief to residents whose homes or lives were significantly impacted by the disaster.

The Travis County CARES Fund has been officially established to provide direct financial relief to neighbors impacted by the recent floods. This vital fund will help our community rebuild.

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DA José Garza speaks at the podium at the Westlake Dems Legislative Recap

Group photo of the panelists and moderator at the event, including DA José Garza, Rep. Goodwin, and Sen. Eckhardt.

DA José Garza answers questions of an event attendee after the event.

Grateful to join ‪@wedemsatx.bsky.social‬, Rep. Goodwin & Sen. Eckhardt to cover key outcomes from the 89th #TXLege. My office is proud to work with colleagues like Rep. Donna Howard to improve sexual assault laws. As progressives, we must also celebrate wins as we gear up for the special session!

What can unite the DA's office and APD? 'Trying to take bad people off the street.' They've butted heads for years over which crimes get prosecuted. In a joint interview with KUT News, Police Chief Lisa Davis and DA José Garza said they're prioritizing violent crimes — and pushing st...

KUT story highlights why crime rates are down in Travis County: strategic collaboration between our office and APD.

We're united in holding violent criminals accountable and preventing crime before it happens.

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Local leaders, public health experts gather for 4th annual Gun Violence Prevention Summit A coalition of city and county leaders, as well as public health experts, gathered in Austin Monday afternoon for the fourth annual Gun Violence Prevention Summit.

Three years ago, my office initiated the Gun Violence Prevention Summit in Travis County to coordinate strategy & keep our communities safe, and since my time in office, crime rates are down.

We have critical work ahead, and I'm grateful to all who joined us at this year's summit.

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