Express Briefing: The story behind Texas' crippling blackouts Feb. 22, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail Eddie Palmer sits with his wife, Ginette, at his side while he undergoes peritoneal dialysis in a motel on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2021. He has been on dialysis for six years. His treatment was disrupted when electricity went out at his home. He took his family and his dialysis machine to a motel that had consistent power. Palmer spent the evening with his wife, Ginette; his two daughters, Raenie and Ginay, and their pet dog, Major.Kin Man Hui /Staff photographer Good morning. This is a look at our daily Express Briefing newsletter. Sign up for Express Briefing here. Subscribers get access to the full version of our Express Briefing newsletter, which includes exclusive insight and links to more of our best stories. To become a subscriber, take advantage of this special offer today.