Paxton said he has “full confidence” as he awaits a trial in the state Senate.
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Speaker McCarthy defends budget compromise as conservatives balk: ‘A step in the right direction’
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First Ukrainian school opens in San Antonio
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Texas House Impeaches Republican State AG Ken Paxton
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A timeline of key events that led to Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton being impeached…
Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against AG Ken Paxton
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Texas attorney general impeached by Republican-led House in historic vote
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Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton
Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives was set to hold historic impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken…
Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton
Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives is set to hold historic impeachment proceeding against Attorney General Ken…
GOP-controlled Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
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Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton
Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives is set to hold historic impeachment proceeding against Attorney General Ken…
Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
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Texas House impeaches Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
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Watch: Texas House debates impeachment of embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton
Watch: Texas House debates impeachment of embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton
Donald Trump, Ted Cruz stand with Texas AG Ken Paxton as impeachment vote about to begin
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‘Extremely historic event.’ Texas lawmakers prepare for Ken Paxton impeachment vote
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Ted Cruz explains why a Target boycott won’t work like Bud Light
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Paxton invites supporters to rally at state Capitol
Committee to call impeachment resolution at 1 p.m.
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A Texas House committee has recommended impeaching Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton who it says has…
Donald Trump Jr. defends Texas AG Ken Paxton from Republican impeachment
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San Francisco ended its travel ban to conservative states. Could others be next?
State and local governments instituted travel bans to pressure states on policy, but a report out…
Texas attorney general urges supporters to protest at capitol ahead of impeachment vote
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‘Pawn Stars’ to feature iconic Texas honky tonk in new spin-off
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Donald Trump Jr., conservative Republicans ride to Ken Paxton’s defense on eve of impeachment vote
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GOP-led Texas House to vote Saturday on impeachment of AG Paxton
Committee to call impeachment resolution at 1 p.m.
Texas AG Ken Paxton invites supporters to rally at state Capitol to protest vote to impeach
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has called on his supporters to protest when the GOP-led state…
Texas House to vote Saturday on impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton
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If there were a trial, Patrick would preside over it.
Impeachment proceedings against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton begin Saturday
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The Texas House is set to vote on Saturday on the impeachment of Mr. Paxton, the…
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Texas AG Ken Paxton, Who Tried His Hardest to Overturn the 2020 Election, Says His Potential Impeachment Is an “Attempt to…Disenfranchise the Voters”
A Republican-led panel recommended 20 articles of impeachment against him.
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Republicans have chosen to remain largely silent during years of alleged misconduct and lawbreaking by the…
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Some Uvalde Parents Want an “Emmett Till Moment.” Is Texas Listening?
In the year since the shooting, they haven’t let up on the Republican legislature.
U.S. debt ceiling fight riles Texans at both political ends
The high-stakes confrontation could have an impact on retirements accounts, corporations and much more.
Texas Capitol jolted by investigation of attorney general, accusation House speaker was drunk on job
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas lawmakers revealed Tuesday a monthslong corruption investigation into Republican Attorney General…
What to know about Texas’ extraordinary move to impeach GOP Attorney General Ken Paxton
After years of legal and ethical scandals swirling around Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, the…
UT-Austin tried to hire a game theorist for its new free-enterprise t…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants to eliminate tenure, but his attempts have impacted the institute he…
Republican blitz on LGBTQ issues exposes fractures among Texas Democr…
The defections have sparked feelings of betrayal and promises of retribution, particularly as Republicans in the…
Bill to Force Texas Public Schools to Display Ten Commandments Fails
A Republican effort to bring religion into classrooms faltered, though lawmakers were poised to allow chaplains…
In rare move, Vatican official chastised Texas Bishop Strickland at conference
WASHINGTON (RNS) — Texas Bishop Joseph Strickland did not deny that he was confronted by the papal…
Bill requiring Ten Commandments in Texas classrooms fails in House af…
Senate Bill 1515 was one of several legislative attempts by conservative Christians to center public life…
Texas AG Ken Paxton Likely Broke Laws, Republican Investigation Finds
A Republican-led investigation on Wednesday accused Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton of committing multiple crimes in…
Texas G.O.P. Leaders Clash Over Accusations of Corruption and Drunkenness
Attorney General Ken Paxton accused the Republican House speaker of being intoxicated, as he suggested that…
Republican bill requiring display of Ten Commandments in Texas schools fails
Bill which would have required every public school to display text in each classroom condemned by…
Texas attorney general likely committed multiple felonies, Republican investigation finds
A Republican-led investigation has accused Texas Atty. Gen. Ken Paxton of committing multiple crimes in office,…
Texas conservatives, progressives urge party leaders to hang tough as debt ceiling looms
While there is a broad desire to avoid an economy-rattling default, some lawmakers also are concerned…
Texas AG Ken Paxton likely broke laws, Republican investigation finds
The allegations came Wednesday during an extraordinary public airing of scandal and alleged lawbreaking that plunged…
House conservatives blanch at leaked details of McCarthy-Biden debt talks
The group was already unlikely to support a final bipartisan deal, but lingering anger with Kevin…
A Republican vs. Republican battle is dragging down the Texas GOP
The investigation of Texas’s top prosecutor reveals Republican divisions.
Stewart Rhodes, TX-based leader of the Oath Keepers militia, given 18 years in prison for sedition
Oath Keepers militia founder and former Granbury resident Stewart Rhodes was sentenced Thursday to 18 years…
Texas Panel Recommends Impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton
The Republican-led House committee said Mr. Paxton’s abuses of office rose to the level of possible…
Texas lawmakers recommend impeaching AG Ken Paxton after investigation
The state House of Representatives could hold the vote as soon as Friday. Only two officials…
Texas House panel recommends impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton
The vote by the Committee on General Investigating came a day after the committee’s investigators testified…
What to Know About Texas’ Move to Impeach AG Ken Paxton
The state’s GOP-controlled House of Representatives has moved toward an impeachment vote on Ken Paxton
Governor Abbott Announces Over $1.2 Million In Career Training Grants To San Antonio-Area Schools
Governor Greg Abbott today announced five Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling more than…
Governor Abbott Proclaims 2023 Hurricane Preparedness Week In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today raised awareness about the dangers of hurricanes and the many precautions Texans…
Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For South Texas Storms
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved his request…
Who’s ahead in Texas Senate race? Poll tests matchup between Ted Cruz, Colin Allred
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Even though Texas voters have 531 days left to decide who will represent…
Those Who Don’t Know the Past…
In the Texas State Historical Association’s (TSHA) March 2023 annual meeting program book, J.P. Bryan, the…
Governor Abbott Applauds Texas National Guard, DPS For Combating Border Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today thanked Texas National Guard soldiers and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)…
Operation Lone Star Repels Illegal Immigrants From Crossing Border
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
Army CID bumps up reward for information regarding murder of UIW student to $30,000
SELMA, Texas – The Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division is offering a $25,000 reward…
Diving to heal: Group of heroes going to great depths to find happiness
CANYON LAKE, Texas – A group of scuba divers at Canyon Lake had an early morning…
National park in Texas named as one of best places to see annular solar eclipse
In case you haven’t heard — Texas, specifically San Antonio and the Hill Country, are at…
Texas A&M-Fort Worth campus to begin construction in June
First up is the eight-story Law and Education Building. FORT WORTH, Texas — Texas A&M University’s…
Governor Abbott Urges Nation’s Governors To Help Combat Border Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today urged the nation's Governors to help support Texas' unprecedented border security efforts…
Governor Abbott Issues Storm Damage Disaster Declaration For Cameron County
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he has issued a disaster declaration for residents in Cameron…
First Lady Abbott Raises Awareness For Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center
First Lady Cecilia Abbott last night raised awareness and rallied support for the Williamson County Children's…
Governor Abbott Announces Over $7.7 Million In Career Training Grants To Coastal Bend Schools
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 17 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling more than…
Governor Abbott Announces Over $9 Million In EMS Student Scholarships
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that over $9 million has been awarded by the Texas Department…
HB 1199 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the inclusion of certain information regarding trailers in vehicle accident reports.
Texas AG: Marriott agrees to disclose fees and rates to guests
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Tuesday it entered a settlement with Marriott…
Texas Department of State Health Services issues meningitis warning tied to surgeries performed in Mexico
AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Texas Department of State Health Services said Tuesday one person has died…
‘We Have to Put These People Back in Their Place’: Gene Wu Explains White Supremacy, Reddit, and Life in the Minority
Now in his sixth regular legislative session as a member of a largely powerless minority caucus,…
DeSantis Acts Since Biden Won’t, Sends Law Enforcement and Equipment to Texas Border
Seeing as President Joe Biden and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas have been so unbelievably…
Texas A&M Forest Service lowers Wildland Fire Preparedness level after rain
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KXAN) — The Texas A&M Forest Service on Monday lowered the Wildland Fire…
School voucher bill tied to ending STAAR test in Texas House
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — A Texas House committee rewrote a bill that would allow parents to use…
Governor Abbott Statement On Critical School Choice Legislation
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement as the Texas Legislature considers pivotal school choice legislation…
Governor Abbott Issues Storm Damage Disaster Declaration For Hidalgo County
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a disaster declaration for residents in Hidalgo County impacted by the…
Operation Lone Star Surges Border Resources As Title 42 Ends
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…
All Bets Are Off: Texas Says No to Casinos as Proposed Bill Fails Ash Jurberg
It will be at least another four years before Texas gets a casino as a proposed…
Former Bexar County jailer sentenced to five years probation for assault on inmate
SAN ANTONIO – A former Bexar County jailer was sentenced Friday to five years probation for…
HB 1040 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the authority of entities regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance to conduct business…
Don’t blame Tim Pool for the Texas mall shooting
On 6th May, 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia went on a shooting spree in a packed mall in…
Southwest border communities prepare for end of Title 42 policy
SAN ANTONIO – The Biden Administration and the United States border communities are preparing for the…
Flooding danger this weekend for Rio Grande Valley, SA, and the Hill Country
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from 7 p.m. on Friday to 8…
Dolly Parton Responds To Mass Shooting In Allen, Texas
Dolly Parton, co-host of the upcoming Academy of County Music Awards in Frisco, Texas, was asked…