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Meet the Texas House impeachment managers who are taking aim at Ken P…
Led by Andrew Murr, a West Texas rancher and lawyer, and Ann Johnson, a former prosecutor,…
The 2024 Senate Landscape
With Democrats holding on to a knife’s edge 51-49 Senate majority, the race to control the…
18 Texans in Congress opposed debt ceiling deal, including 4 Democrats
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Austin derides legislation as a ‘swamp deal’ after leading a…
House Votes to Lift Debt Ceiling, Trim Spending
The House votes to lift the debt ceiling and begin to curb spending, a victory for…
18 Texans in Congress opposed debt ceiling deal, including 4 Democrats
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Austin derides legislation as a ‘swamp deal’ after leading a…
Don’t believe the hype: Low-key lawmakers helped avert a debt ceiling crisis
The House voted overwhelmingly to approve a bipartisan deal to lift the debt ceiling and cap…
Trump adds some campaign muscle to early state operations
The fight for the early nominating states is heating up. /quality/90/?url=https://static.politico.com/98/26/f420b8e34f7293883be53b4d0988/election-2024-republicans-78239.jpg” title=”Trump adds some campaign muscle…
Republicans are spending millions on turnout operations that are deeply flawed, insiders say
“That’s why we’re losing elections,” one Republican field veteran said of the conservative canvassing apparatus. “Nobody…
McCarthy tries to hold off last minute rebellion over work requirements in debt deal
Senior Republicans sprang into action after an 11th hour CBO projection threatened to collapse Wednesday’s vote.…
How McCarthy survived ‘deep divisions’ in GOP to land a debt deal
The speaker has spent months — in some cases, years — building relationships with key conservative…
Conservatives think Chick-fil-A is woke now?
The right-wing outcry over the fast food chain, briefly explained.
Abbott taps John Scott, former Texas secretary of state, as interim a…
Scott, a former deputy attorney general, will run the agency because Ken Paxton has been suspended…
Abbott taps John Scott, former Texas secretary of state, as interim attorney general
Scott, a former deputy attorney general, will run the agency because Ken Paxton has been suspended…
Why the wary alliance of Greg Abbott and Dan Patrick is now approaching open hostility
In his first two terms, Greg Abbott has avoided clashing with the Dan Patrick, who has…
Conservative Judge Offers Defense of ‘Alien’ in Immigration Case
Fifth Circuit Judge James C. Ho said the term “alien” shouldn’t be seen as offensive, in…
Texas Senate to hold trial for AG Ken Paxton after historic impeachment
After the House voted 121 to 23 in favor of impeachment, the Senate will hold a…
House Set to Vote on Debt Limit Bill as Republican Resistance Grows
Speaker Kevin McCarthy was working to cobble together the votes to push through the compromise he…
May 31: Debt limit deal heads for House vote. Missing Tennessee woman found in California, boyfriend arrested.
Good morning! It’s Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Here’s a look at your news across the nation.…
Packing Figures and Charts, Roy Leads G.O.P. Revolt Against Debt Limit Deal
The Texas Republican, who is the policy director for the hard-right House Freedom Caucus, has become…
Debt limit deal heads to vote in full House
The hard-fought measure is now headed to a House vote Wednesday.
School Choice, Border Security, and Taxes Left Hanging: Will Texas Republicans Be Able to Deliver?
Texas’ most recent legislative session has come to a close and the performance of Republican lawmakers…
Will US debt ceiling deal pass? Biden and McCarthy must still walk tightrope
Both leaders have work to do to convince their parties this is a deal to back…
Conservative Texas Republicans vow to fight bill raising debt ceiling in Congress
The debt agreement, they say, violated a promise to cut spending that secured crucial support for…
Conservative Texas Republicans vow to fight bill raising debt ceiling…
The debt agreement, they say, violated a promise to cut spending that secured crucial support for…
Conservative Texas Republicans vow to fight bill raising debt ceiling in Congress
The debt agreement, they say, violated a promise to cut spending that secured crucial support for…
Far-right members threaten a ‘reckoning’ over McCarthy’s debt limit deal
McCarthy, who struck a compromise deal to avoid a debt default, faces criticism from members of…
Debt ceiling bill faces a tough path in the House as GOP opposition grows
The Fiscal Responsibility Act represents a compromise reached by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe…
What to know about Ken Paxton, the impeached Texas attorney general
The Texas House’s impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday was the latest in…
Far-right members threaten a ‘reckoning’ over McCarthy’s debt limit deal
McCarthy, who struck a compromise deal to avoid a debt default, faces criticism from members of…
Texas Republicans among hardline conservatives out to kill bipartisan debt limit deal
The compromise would suspend the debt limit until Jan. 1, 2025 in exchange for some Republican-demanded…
Texas Legislature starts special session with House, Senate at odds over property tax cuts
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick lays the blame for the Legislature’s impasse over the promised property tax…
Debt Limit Bill Heads to Key Committee in First Test of G.O.P. Support
Some Republicans on the panel have already come out in opposition to the package, raising early…
Key House conservative on debt deal: ‘There’s a reason Mitt Romney supports this’
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) on Tuesday highlighted the support the debt ceiling deal struck between President…
Special Election Set for November to Replace State Rep. Bryan Slaton
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has set the date for a special election to replace former…
First Republican publicly supports ousting McCarthy as Speaker
Rep. Dan Bishop (R-N.C.) on Tuesday became the first Republican to publicly support ousting Speaker Kevin…
Texas Legislature passes bill reining in “rogue” prosecutors
The GOP priority legislation could remove prosecutors from office if they don’t pursue certain crimes. The…
Political fights over property taxes rage as Texas House and Senate r…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted Speaker Dade Phelan’s handling of the issue, while Phelan indicated he…
Conservatives threaten last-ditch Rules rebellion over debt deal
At least one appears to be calling into question whether members would attempt to oust Kevin…
Key House conservative on debt deal: ‘There’s a reason Mitt Romney supports this’
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) on Tuesday highlighted the support the debt ceiling deal struck between President…
Chick-fil-A DEI hire sparks calls for boycott
Chick-Fil-A’s newest big hire — a vice president of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) — has…
House conservative threatens to push ousting McCarthy over debt deal
“It is inescapable to me. It has to be done,” said House Freedom Caucus member Rep.…
Playbook PM: Conservatives roar on debt ceiling and McCarthy
And Warren Davidson won’t run for Senate. /quality/90/?url=https://static.politico.com/5f/05/0f7f8ee34c4486c5d27b7a221b74/freedom-caucus-press-conference-on-debt-ceiling-95381.jpg” title=”Playbook PM: Conservatives roar on debt ceiling and…
Lt. Gov. Patrick blasts House Speaker Phelan, blames him for tanking property tax reform
Patrick says House Speaker Dade Phelan touted a tax appraisal cap for businesses in part…
Sen. Angela Paxton could vote in trial on husband’s impeachment
The trial is to start no later than Aug. 28
Texas Senate demands higher homestead exemptions on property taxes, Lt. Gov. Patrick says
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Tuesday the Senate is not backing down and will pass its…
Texas weed reform bills die in Senate despite bipartisan support
The two measures would’ve decriminalized marijuana and expanded medical cannabis access.
Live updates: US debt ceiling deal tentatively set by Biden and McCarthy
The debt limit deal between President Joe Biden and House Republicans will face a key test…
The 2023 Texas legislative session started with “historic” budget sur…
The 2023 legislative session started with a $32.7 billion surplus. It was mired in Republican infighting…
Impeachment trial of Texas’ Ken Paxton to begin no later than August 28
Ken Paxton was immediately suspended from office after the GOP-controlled Texas House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted…
Texas legislators back tenure, but not DEI offices
Faculty groups still worry about provisions for dismissal; faculty and student groups oppose the DEI measure.…
Scoop: Dems told to say debt ceiling bill rejects GOP’s “extreme demands”
“House Democrats are working responsibly to avoid a devastating default on our debt[.] Extreme MAGA Republicans…
Impeachment trial of Texas’ Ken Paxton to begin no later than August 28
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A historic impeachment trial in Texas to determine whether Republican Attorney General…
Timeline of events leading to the impeachment of Republican Texas AG Ken Paxton
A timeline of key events that led to Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton being impeached…
Dan Patrick sends letter to Abbott to consider conservative bills in Special Session call
AUSTIN, Texas – Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick sent a letter to Governor Abbott Monday urging him…
Republican tries to scuttle debt limit bill in House Rules Committee as pressure grows on key swing vote
Rep. Chip Roy accused House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Monday of cutting a deal that could…
Republican-led Texas Legislature adjourns without passing most GOP priorities
This means special session is almost guaranteed. None of this may surprise you — the 2023…
Impeachment Trial of Texas’ Ken Paxton to Begin No Later Than August 28
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A historic impeachment trial in Texas to determine whether Republican Attorney General…
Republican tries to scuttle debt limit bill in House Rules Committee as pressure grows on key swing vote
Republican tries to scuttle debt limit bill in House Rules Committee as pressure grows on key…
Texas Legislature wraps up one session, only to await overtime period
Lawmakers wrapped up a 140-day session Monday that answered questions asked at the outset – would…
Texas Lawmakers Pass Ban on D.E.I. Programs at State Universities
It’s the latest state to defund diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Long Before Impeachment, G.O.P. Rifts Were Growing in Texas
The building conflict between moderates and hard-liners in one of the Republican Party’s most important states…
Texas AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment points to tumultuous 2024 election
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment raises questions about why it took Republicans…
Fight still ahead for Texas’ Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions
Paxton said he has “full confidence” as he awaits a trial in the state Senate.
Donald Trump Is Pissed About Texas AG Paxton’s Impeachment – and Gov. Abbott’s Silence
It’s been a heated week in Texas government, as conflicts flair between Attorney General Ken Paxton…
Trump, others react to Texas Attorney General Paxton’s impeachment
Former President Donald Trump and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz denounced Paxton’s impeachment, while state Rep. James…
Trump, others react to Texas Attorney General Paxton’s impeachment
Former President Donald Trump and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz denounced Paxton’s impeachment, while state Rep. James…
Texas Senate trial next for AG Paxton
AUSTIN, Texas — The impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton plunged Republicans on Sunday into…
Why Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment fight isn’t finished yet
The Texas Legislature already made one historic move with its impeachment of Republican state Attorney General…
What’s next in the historic fight over Texas Attorney General Paxton’s impeachment
The intraparty brawl in the nation’s largest conservative state is far from over. The Republican-controlled Senate…
With New Voting Bills, Texas Legislature Targets Elections in Democratic Stronghold
The bills’ passage was the culmination of a Republican effort to increase oversight of voting in…
McConnell endorses debt-limit deal, calls on Senate conservatives not to delay it
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is calling on Senate colleagues, including conservative members of his…
Late deal sends new economic incentives for businesses to governor
After the previous, widely criticized program expired in December, lawmakers worked hard to craft a plan…
Republican priority bills fail as feud mires relations between Texas House and Senate
A failure to compromise on school choice, border security and, for now, property taxes all but…
Timeline of events leading to the impeachment of Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
A timeline of key events that led to Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton being impeached…
Ken Paxton impeachment fight exposes deep fissures among Texas Republ…
Despite a generation of political dominance, the party has had trouble uniting behind a common vision.…
Conservative House Republicans knock debt ceiling deal
Conservative House Republicans are already voicing criticism about the agreement in principle to cap spending and…
With Debt Limit Deal in Hand, McCarthy and Biden Turn to Task of Selling It
With the right and the left up in arms about the agreement in principle reached by…
Ken Paxton Is Temporarily Suspended After Texas House Vote
The state attorney general and conservative star faces a trial in the Senate.
House Republican dismisses ‘colorful conservatives’ upset over debt ceiling deal: ‘Going to pass’
Rep. Dusty Johnson said the debt ceiling bill will pass despite a small number of “colorful…
McCarthy and Biden’s debt ceiling plan faces a big test
The stakes are especially high for McCarthy, whose survival as speaker could be at stake.
Republican priority bills fail as feud mires relations between Texas …
A failure to compromise on school choice, border security and, for now, property taxes all but…
Fight still ahead for Texas’ Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions
Paxton said he has “full confidence” as he awaits a trial in the state Senate.
Speaker McCarthy defends budget compromise as conservatives balk: ‘A step in the right direction’
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says his budget deal with President Biden is a “step in the…
Republicans Join With Democrats in Texas to Impeach AG Ken Paxton
In breaking news on this Saturday evening, Attorney General Ken Paxton was impeached by the Texas…
Texas House Impeaches Republican State AG Ken Paxton
The resolution to impeach now moves to the state senate for trial.
Republican legislatures targeting academic tenure at universities
Some lawmakers want to curtail giving tenure to college professors, but opponents argue tenure protects educators…
Timeline of events leading to the impeachment of Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
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
The House scheduled an afternoon start for debate on whether to impeach and suspend Paxton from…
Texas attorney general impeached by Republican-led House in historic vote
Ken Paxton drew support from Donald Trump and Ted Cruz prior to the vote
Texas attorney general faces impeachment vote by state House
The Texas House is scheduled to vote on Saturday whether to impeach state Attorney General Ken…
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
The historic vote came after a monthslong House investigation into the three-term attorney general that resulted…
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
Texas’ House voted to impeach Republican Attorney General Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday, meaning he…
Texas House impeaches Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton
The attorney general has been a fierce critic of President Biden, particularly on cultural issues, and…
Ken Paxton updates: Texas House impeachment vote will be an intra-GOP…
The embattled attorney general has criticized a Republican-led push that could remove him from office. The…
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
Donald Trump weighed in on the possible impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling for…
Paxton Impeachment: Live Updates: Texas House Considers Impeaching Ken Paxton
Mr. Paxton, the state attorney general who has become a conservative star, faces a vote in…
‘Extremely historic event.’ Texas lawmakers prepare for Ken Paxton impeachment vote
AUSTIN — Legislators faced with whether to impeach Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton struck a somber…
Ted Cruz explains why a Target boycott won’t work like Bud Light
Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz said Friday that a conservative boycott of Target over its Pride…
Paxton invites supporters to rally at state Capitol
Committee to call impeachment resolution at 1 p.m.
Three-term Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces calls for impeachment
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
A state House committee on Thursday unanimously voted to recommend Paxton be impeached and removed from…
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
Ken Paxton’s call for protesters to be ‘peacefully’ heard at the state capitol echoes similar request…