Texas’ population growth slowed sharply last year but still led the nation in new residents, according to new Census data. The state added 391,243 people in 2025, bringing its population to 31.7 million, though growth slowed to 1.2% — its weakest pace since 2021. Much of the slowdown stemmed from a steep decline in immigration, with newcomers from abroad falling 48% from the previous year amid a nationwide drop. “I think the implication is our economic growth isn’t probably going to be as hearty