The theme of independence has recurred throughout the history of Texas, which was a republic from 1836–45. But the Civil War established that a state cannot secede. In June 2022, the Texas State ...

Can Texas really break away and become its own country? ⠀ It’s a question that resurfaces every few years—and every time, legal precedent gives the same answer: no. Texas v. White in 1869 and later ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. If Texas seceded from the country, Texans could be in for a hefty tax ...

They're asking politely. Malcontents from 20 different states are petitioning the White House to allow them to secede from the union. Using the White House website's We the People function, in which ...