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Bill Maher Accidentally Exposes the TDS/Dem Mind Virus Infecting Robert De Niro
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2 soldiers, 1 Border Patrol agent killed in helicopter crash in South Texas
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Three people — two soldiers and one U.S. Border Patrol…
Texas congressman, ex-Trump physician Ronny Jackson reportedly demoted after Pentagon probe
Former White House physician Ronny Jackson was demoted from a retired U.S. Navy rear admiral to…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott embraces role as top Biden antagonist on border
Abbott has recently upped his national profile amid speculation that he’s angling to be Trump’s running…
Have Republicans here turned their back on women? Few gains, big losses in Texas primary
Republican women here won’t talk publicly about this. They’ve been told to shut up. But their…
Judge skewers Texas lawyer trying to close charity helping migrants
“You did not offer to act in good faith,” an El Paso judge told a Texas…
Joe Biden’s Upper Wears Off, Leading to an Absolutely Disastrous Appearance in PA
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US court upholds Texas law mandating age verification for online porn
A federal appeals court has upheld a Texas law mandating that pornography websites verify that their…
Texas Supreme Court refuses to hear ethics lawsuits brought by conser…
In 2014, and following a two-year investigation, the Texas Ethics Commission fined Sullivan $10,000 for failing…
Texas sues EPA over methane rule
Attorney General Ken Paxton filed the challenge the same day the Biden administration regulation was officially…
Woke V.A. Official Has a Questionable Past When It Comes to Taking Care of Veterans
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Primary Election Recap: Voucher Money Won Some Races. Vouchers Themselves Did Not. ‣ Texas AFT
After facing decades of fierce bipartisan resistance to the idea of using taxpayer dollars to pay…
Analysis | The Texas GOP purge and other below-the-radar Super Tuesday nuggets
A look at some of storylines you might have missed — but shouldn’t.
Amid white supremacist scandal, far-right billionaire powerbrokers se…
All told, 11 of the 28 House candidates supported by Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks won…
The Far Right in Texas Crashed Through Its Last Guardrail
The GOP primary has yanked the lower chamber, once again, to the right—a huge victory for…
Texas State Board of Education Primaries Sees Major Seats Set for Runoffs
With multiple races headed to runoffs, the SBOE could take further steps to the political right…
Tomlinson: Texans don’t want what GOP primary voters are selling
Billionaires Tim Dunn and Jeff Yass financed Gov. Greg Abbott’s and Attorney General…
Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton went after their own in the Texas House. It worked
Nearly one in five state representatives could be newbies when the Texas Legislature meets next in…
Texas wants the Supreme Court to uphold its deportation law. But it keeps losing immigration cases.
Texas has lost both immigration-related cases it has taken before the court’s new…
May 28 runoff promises high-profile contest to shape Texas House
“Show the speaker voting aye.” Rep. Dade Phelan cast a rare vote last May, his voice cutting through the…
Conservative group says it will spend $10 million on Cruz’s reelection
A conservative Super PAC said it will spend at least $10 million on Sen. Ted Cruz’s…
Will Texas get more aggressive on the border after governor-backed challengers shine?
Tuesday was a super day for Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who saw a good chuck of…
NY Judge Denies Trump’s Request to Delay $83.3 Judgement in E. Jean Carroll Case
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Sen. Cornyn Previews the President’s State of the Union Address
“President Biden will deliver his third, perhaps final, State of the Union address tonight. Obviously,…
‘Disastrous’: A shaken Texas House prepares for rightward shift after record GOP primary upsets
Voters were clear, one Republican strategist said: No more “betraying conservative…
Conservative Texas Trump Appointee Says Minority Business Development Agency Must Help Every Race
U.S. District Judge Mark Pittman, a Trump appointee, ruled that the Minority Business Development Agency must…
A Texas GOP brawl is dragging to a runoff. How the power struggle may push Republicans further right
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Republican power struggle in Texas that could push the state even…
Greg Abbott clears path for ‘school choice’ after helping pro-voucher candidates
“His credibility and power have been bolstered and from a policy perspective. He’s cleared the path…
Greg Abbott “blood oath” condemned by Texas’ largest newspaper
A number of conservative judges and Republican lawmakers in Texas were ousted on Super Tuesday.
Abbott-backed Texas challengers oust Republican incumbents with ‘laser focus’ on border
Texas state House candidates Janis Holt, Marc LaHood and Helen Kerwin joined “Fox & Friends First”…
With primary wins, Gov. Abbott is one step closer to education overhaul
The Governor’s plan to allow families to use public school dollars for private and home schools…
A Texas GOP brawl is dragging to a runoff. How the power struggle may push Republicans further right
The Texas Republican primary saw more than a dozen incumbents defeated or forced into uncomfortable runoffs…
How To Get Medical Marijuana in Texas
Yes, Texas has medical marijuana. Here’s how you can get your hands on a cure for…
Political earthquake in Texas: Austin’s oligarchy cracked on Tuesday
Voters were paying a lot of attention for once, and the results speak for themselves.
Texas House Rep. Ellen Troxclair fends off Paxton-backed challenger in victory for Abbott
Texas House Rep. Ellen Troxclair, R-Lakeway, will narrowly avoid a runoff in one of several close…
Defeat of Texas House incumbents a watershed moment in state politics
The results of Republican House primaries could reshape Texas politics.
Trump’s influence on Texas GOP seen in North Texas primary races
Brandon Gill made a documentary alleging widespread fraud in the 2020 election.
With primary wins, Gov. Abbott is one step closer to education overhaul
The Governor’s plan to allow families to use public school dollars for private and home schools…
A Texas GOP brawl is dragging to a runoff. How the power struggle may push Republicans further right
The Texas Republican primary saw more than a dozen incumbents defeated or forced into uncomfortable runoffs…
Super Tuesday: How did Abbott and Paxton fare in bringing down their foes in Texas?
The saying that everything is bigger in Texas may now apply to a bitter intraparty brawl…
Rule of law lost to the rule of Trump in the Texas GOP primary (Editorial)
By voting out a slew of incumbent judges and lawmakers, Republican voters indicated that…
How a North Texas race could push Texas’ education board further right
An upset in Tuesday’s primary elections could push the State Board of Education further right as…
Migrant advocacy group ‘Witness at the Border’ plans two-week vigil in Eagle Pass
A grassroots organization that advocates for asylum rights and has held several events in the…
Veteran State Board of Education member loses her seat, two other Rep…
The results of Tuesday’s primary elections could foreshadow a further push to the right for the…
Texas House Republicans face major shakeup after primary elections
Texas House GOP faces major changes, with key members ousted or in runoffs, including Speaker Phelan.…
Texas sheriff who was under scrutiny following mass shooting loses re-election bid
A Texas sheriff whose office drew national scrutiny and an FBI investigation following a shooting last…
VanDeaver, Spencer in May runoff for Texas House District 1
TEXARKANA, Texas – Texas House District 1 is headed for a runoff after a close fight…
A Texas GOP brawl is dragging to a runoff. How the power struggle may push Republicans further right
The Texas Republican primary saw more than a dozen incumbents defeated or forced into uncomfortable runoffs…
School voucher supporters bask in primary wins, say goals are within …
Gov. Greg Abbott called the results “an unmistakable message.” His allies said the state is “closer…
Texas House District 64 Republican race headed to runoff – Cross Timbers Gazette | Southern Denton County | Flower Mound
The Republican nomination for the Texas House District 64 seat remains undecided after Tuesday’s primary election.…
Texas Supreme Court Justice John Devine narrowly survives heated prim…
Devine will face 281st District Judge Christine Vinh Weems in November’s general election.
Editorial: GOP intensifies its purge of traditional, pragmatic conservatives
Super Tuesday was less than super for anti-voucher Texas Republicans
Sen. Cruz, allies angle to avoid repeat of 2018 near-miss race in Texas
Colin Allred, the Democratic nominee to challenge Cruz, has also taken lessons from the blockbuster Senate…
Virdell gets GOP nod for Texas House District 53 seat
Wes Virdell won the Republican nomination for Texas House District 53 in the primary election…
Troxclair wins Republican nomination for Texas House District 19
Incumbent state Rep. Ellen Troxclair fended off two challengers in the Republican primary on March…
Donald Trump, Greg Abbott show who is boss in Texas GOP politics
The real sign of Trump and Abbott’s power was down the ballot in races where their……
Looking ahead after Super Tuesday: ‘It really all comes down to turnout’
The primaries are behind us. Now candidates prepare for runoffs, or look ahead to November.
If 2024 primary was a battle for Texas’ soul, then we’re in trouble
If you’re a Republican voter who skipped the primary because it’s all shades of red to…
South Texas incumbent, former congresswoman win border primaries
Familiar faces won their party’s nominations in congressional races on the South Texas border in Tuesday’s…
Texas State Board of Education GOP incumbents ousted, facing runoffs
Some longtime State Board of Education members either were ousted from their positions or will face…
Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton went after their own in the Texas House. It worked.
Nearly one in five state representatives could be newbies when the Texas Legislature meets next in…
Who won big in Texas? Gov. Abbott and school choice, but Paxton will claim victory
The attorney general’s revenge tour for his impeachment mostly flopped, but he made his mark. Also:…
Central Texas Primary Election round-up
Waco (FOX 44/KWKT) — Super Tuesday is over, but that just means new races and challenges…
Ken Paxton’s revenge tour sees mixed results in Texas primaries
Texas attorney general Ken Paxton endorsed dozens of Republican challengers in state House races after his…
North Texas Firefighters Respond to Panhandle Wildfires
As the Panhandle tackles vicious wildfires, DFW-area fire departments lend reinforcements to help.
Why Is Texas the Epicenter of Christian Nationalism?
Billionaires here are funding right-wing politicians to blur church and state. But a small counter-movement is…
Texas GOP leaders begin purge of Republicans who defied them
An attempt by Texas’s top Republican officials to purge the party of the incumbents who defied…
David Covey forces runoff with Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan
Covey is backed by Texas AG Ken Paxton.
Abbott, insurgent Republicans win big in Texas
Abbott’s success has enhanced his political power and the credibility of his threats.
David Covey forces runoff with Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan
Covey is backed by Texas AG Ken Paxton.
Texas Atty. Gen. Ken Paxton’s primary endorsements fail to topple Collin County incumbents Tuesday
Three of of the five Collin County incumbents who voted to impeach Texas AG Ken Paxton…
How House GOP challengers backed by Gov. Greg Abbott, AG Ken Paxton fared in primary election
The two state leaders and other prominent Republicans endorsed challengers in dozens of races citing the…
Republican Texas House Speaker Headed To Runoff As AG Ken Paxton Takes Revenge
Dade Phelan is bound for a runoff with David Covey after being bruised by Ken Paxton’s…
MAGA celebrates insurgent wins across Texas
Trump-aligned candidates scored significant gains in several races across the state in Republican primaries on Tuesday.…
Texas GOP US Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff against Brandon Herrera
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Incumbent U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales will face a runoff election in May…
Voters get final word in contentious Texas House races
AUSTIN – After bitter Republican primary races in several districts, Texas voters have decided who they…
David Covey forces runoff with Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, who led AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan is bound for a runoff with GOP challenger David Covey…
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan heading to runoff against hardline conservative challenger
Phelan advanced to the runoff with rival David Covey, a former chairman of the Orange County…
Texas GOP US Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff against Brandon Herrera
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Incumbent U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales will face a runoff election in May…
South Texas incumbent, former congresswoman win border primaries
Familiar females won their party’s nominations in several key races on the South Texas border in…
Texas GOP US Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff against Brandon Herrera
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas has been forced into a runoff from the right against…
Rematches set for competitive South Texas congressional districts 15 and 34
Monica De La Cruz will face Michelle Vallejo and Vicente Gonzalez will face Mayra Flores once…
Gov. Greg Abbott’s fight for Texas school vouchers poised for victory after GOP primary
The early results were a political show of force for the governor after nearly two dozen……
David Covey forces runoff with Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, who led AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan has been forced into a runoff for…
Houston Rep. Lacey Hull defeats Paxton-backed Jared Woodfill in GOP p…
Woodfill’s endorsement by Paxton was decried by some Republicans because of his close ties to Southern…
South Texas incumbent, former congresswoman win border primaries
Familiar faces won their party’s nominations in congressional races on the South Texas border in Tuesday’s…
What happened in the March 5 Texas Primary election in the San Antonio area
Low turnout and GOP infighting brought surprising results Tuesday night
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan heads to runoff against Trump-backed GOP primary opponent
Phelan and Paxton don’t agree on much, but both see the runoff election as a battle…
Insurgent Republicans make major gains in Texas primaries
The shockwaves rippled up and down the ballot as incumbent state House members, judges and other…
Greg Abbott, Ken Paxton declare victory in attack on House GOP defect…
The two state leaders and other prominent Republicans, like Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and former president…
Texas Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee faces tough reelection bid after mayoral loss
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) – An unusually tight race is brewing for Democratic U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson…
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan trails challenger in early voting
The matchup is a litmus test in the civil war being waged between traditional Republicans and…
South Texas incumbent, former congresswoman win border primaries
Familiar faces won their party’s nominations in congressional races on the South Texas border in Tuesday’s…
Gonzales forced into runoff in Texas GOP primary
Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, faced challengers after supporting a bipartisan gun violence measure passed in response…
Cole Hefner to serve 5th term in Texas House after GOP primary win
State Rep. Cole Hefner, R-Mount Pleasant, will serve his fifth term representing House District 5 after…
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan trails in early primary voting returns
Phelan slightly trailed GOP challenger David Covey in early voting, though neither candidate had the majority…
In a sharp reversal, North Texas voters pick Brent Money over Jill Du…
Dutton just won a special election against Money to fill expelled Rep. Bryan Slaton’s unexpired term…
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan trails in early primary voting returns
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan’s seat appeared to be in danger Tuesday evening as he secured…
Texas Rep. Jeff Leach withstands challenge from Paxton-backed Daren Meis for Texas House seat
State Rep. Jeff Leach has claimed victory in the Texas House District 67 race, withstanding a…
State Sen. Nathan Johnson victorious after surprise challenge from Re…
Johnson is virtually assured to have won the seat, because there is no Republican challenger in…