Summary
Texas Governor Greg Abbott asked lawmakers to meet again to approve new congressional maps that support Republicans. A storm named Erin became the first hurricane of the year in the Atlantic. Heavy rains caused floods in northern Pakistan and India, resulting in at least 280 deaths.
Key Facts
- Governor Greg Abbott of Texas called for another special session to address congressional maps.
- The proposed maps aim to favor Republican candidates.
- A storm named Erin strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic.
- Erin is the first hurricane of the current Atlantic season.
- Severe floods in northern Pakistan and India caused at least 280 deaths.
- The floods resulted from heavy rainfall affecting those regions.
