Democrats leave Texas, Social Security checks, '80s actor dies & more

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Texas House Democrats are trying to stop a new congressional map being passed by leaving the state. One month on, Texas flooding survivors are still waiting for funding. Social Security will stop sending physical checks next month. Another death has been confirmed after part of a mine collapsed in Chile. Plus, tributes are being paid to a popular '80s actor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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