Thousands Protest Land Restrictions in Texas, Utah

This Week in Texas reported on the protests against land restriction legislation, featuring interviews with Representatives Lizzie Fletcher and Dan Crenshaw. Fletcher criticized Congress for failing to assert itself against the executive branch, while Crenshaw addressed the implications of federal budget cuts. The episode also highlighted public demonstrations against bills aimed at limiting foreign ownership of Texas real estate. In contrast, a separate report from Colorado discussed the contentious Senate Bill 25-003, which seeks to restrict firearm sales with detachable magazines, sparking debate over Second Amendment rights among local lawmakers. Representatives Jeff Hurd and Matt Soper voiced strong opposition to the bill, while local Democrats defended it as a necessary measure. Both stories reflect ongoing tensions surrounding legislative actions and public sentiment across state lines.