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Everyone Hates Joe Manchin
Sen. Joe Manchin’s political survival act has been one of the more fascinating to watch over…
It Turns Out Most Democrats Don’t Want Joe Biden Anywhere Near Their Campaigns
This probably shouldn’t shock you. It didn’t shock me. But it is interesting that an outlet…
WATCH: Tucker Carlson Calls out Mehmet Oz, Explains How Oz Could Defeat Fetterman
Fox News host Tucker Carlson began his monologue on “Tucker Carlson Tonight” with a message to…
Nevada’s GOP Is RED HOT in Polling, While RINO Faction Whines
Recent polls show Nevada’s GOP Nominees are blasting ahead of their Democrat incumbent opponents. As my…
The Democrat ‘Comeback’ Is Crashing and Burning
If you’ve been following the political chatter for the last month or so, one common theme…
Wait, Nevada Dems Are Dodging Unpopular Biden, Not Abortion, on Campaign Trail
When Vice President Kamala Harris held an abortion roundtable in Nevada, it was poorly attended by…
RNC Plays Long Game In Arizona With Hispanic Community Center Opening
The Republican National Committee opened a Hispanic community center in Tucson, Arizona, on Friday in an…
Has the Embattled FBI Become the GOP’s ‘Bogeyman,’ or ‘Joe Biden’s Personal Gestapo’?
Who’da thunk today’s FBI would make the bureau under former director James Comey look like a…
Tucker Carlson Attempts to Alert GOP, Says Democrats Currently Have Strong Chance of Holding Congress in November
Fox News host Tucker Carlson is attempting to alert Republican congressional leaders and the GOP base…
Texas Matters: Gillespie County and The Democracy Erosion Engine
After the 2020 Presidential Election, election administrator offices across the country began to receive a flood…
Internet Reacts Mom goes viral for prepping 5-year-old in school shooting drill, sparks conversation
The video has sparked conversation on school safety and preparing your children for back-to-school. OKLAHOMA, USA…
Post-Roe Florida Follows Its Laws, Yet the Death Merchants Still Have Conniption Fits
Like many red states, Florida prepared its laws for the consequences of a post-Roe world. Those…
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Differences Surface in GOP Opposition to Abortion in Post-Roe America
Broad condemnation of abortion among conservatives was nearly universal for almost 50 years. Now, in the…
Louie Gohmert leaves Congress having passed one law and spread countless falsehoods
Gohmert was a precursor to former President Donald Trump's brand of populist, establishment-bucking conservatism that delights…
A West Texas coffee shop owner is giving away Plan B for free as fight over contraception access takes hold
Last May, Lubbock became the biggest city in Texas to ban abortion within city limits. Now,…
Breast cancer survivor champions federal lymphedema legislation
SAN ANTONIO – All it took was a nick from a knife, cutting vegetables she held…
Drug Price Controls in Inflation Reduction Act Will Do More Harm Than Good
(The opinions expressed in guest op-eds are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent…
After the Robb Elementary shooting, some Uvalde parents are choosing private or online education
Following a state report showing that almost 400 law enforcement officers showed up at the school…
More Black Americans live in Texas than any other state. Two years after George Floyd’s murder, many reconsider their future here.
In interviews, Black Texans expressed frustration over uneven progress, restrictions on teaching about racism in public…
Paul Burka, Texas political journalism titan and “soul” of Texas Monthly newsroom, dies at 80
"He understood Texas and Texas politics better than anyone ever has," former Texas Monthly editor Bill…
Pablo Vegas, a utility executive in Ohio, named ERCOT’s new CEO
The state power grid operator has been run by an interim chief since the previous CEO…
Secretary Scott Reminds Texas Voters to Register by April 7 to Vote in May 7 Constitutional Amendment, Local Elections
"Texas Secretary of State John Scott today is reminding all eligible Texas voters who have not…
Governor Abbott Announces ALERRT Travel Assistance, Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Governor's Public Safety Office (PSO) is accepting applications from law…
Pence: ‘I would consider’ testifying to Jan. 6 committee
"The American people have a right to know what happened," Pence said. "And in the months…
Indiana Legislature first to approve abortion bans post Roe
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana on Friday became the first state in the nation to approve abortion restrictions…
Trump world takes stock of which Republicans back him against the FBI
Donald Trump’s team and allies are moving swiftly to draw political benefit from an unannounced search…
Governor Abbott, DPS Announce Security Measures For Uvalde ISD
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will be providing more than…
What laws did Texas pass to make schools safer after the Santa Fe massacre? KSAT Explains
On May 18th, 2018, a teenage gunman shot 12 people at Sante Fe High School near…
How Schumer’s messy style delivers for Dems: ‘I persist’
Shoes off, an almost-empty container of leftovers, an unfinished glass of wine — this was the…
Stock Market Today – 8/8: Stocks Higher as Investors Look to July Inflation Numbers
Stock-index futures rise as investors assess the Senate’s sweeping bill on clean energy, healthcare and taxes,…
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT
Senate Democrats pass budget package, a victory for Biden WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats pushed their election-year…
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT
Dems’ climate, energy, tax bill clears initial Senate hurdle WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats started pushing their…
Judge: Green Party candidate belongs on N. Carolina ballot
The North Carolina Green Party’s U.S. Senate candidate must be placed on the November ballot, a…
Governor Abbott Provides $1.25 Million Grant To Uvalde School District For Trauma-Informed Counseling
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Governor’s Public Safety Office (PSO) is providing $1.25 million to…
Texas universities promised action after summer’s racial reckoning. But they're still reluctant to shed Confederate relics.
Texas universities promised action after summer’s racial reckoning. But they’re still reluctant to shed Confederate relics. …
Democratic colleagues file ethics complaint against U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz after Capitol riot
Democratic colleagues file ethics complaint against U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz after Capitol riot The U.S.…
The Lege This Week: Texas Lawmakers Tackle the Budget
The Lege This Week: Texas Lawmakers Tackle the Budget Welcome to the 87th Legislative Session.…
Republicans and Democrats both want to repeal part of a digital content law, but experts say that will be extremely tough
Republicans and Democrats both want to repeal part of a digital content law, but experts say…
Toxic substance or water supply? Lawmakers to weigh whether wastewater from oil fields could replenish the state's aquifers
Toxic substance or water supply? Lawmakers to weigh whether wastewater from oil fields could replenish the…
COVID-19’s Deadly Toll on Texas Workers
COVID-19’s Deadly Toll on Texas Workers Graveyard Shift As COVID-19 devastates workers unable to stay…
Republican U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz plan to attend President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration
Republican U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz plan to attend President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration …
Texas Republicans Fanned the Flames of Insurrection Long Before January 6
Texas Republicans Fanned the Flames of Insurrection Long Before January 6 In the week since…
Texas schools are wary of losing funding gains lawmakers provided in 2019
Texas schools are wary of losing funding gains lawmakers provided in 2019 Student Kaison Hockenbarger…
A Texas lawmaker worked with the state restaurant association to draft an alcohol-to-go bill. His wife lobbies for the group.
A Texas lawmaker worked with the state restaurant association to draft an alcohol-to-go bill. His wife…
U.S. representatives from Texas vote along party lines on resolution asking Pence to remove Trump from office
U.S. representatives from Texas vote along party lines on resolution asking Pence to remove Trump from…
Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks On Opening Day Of The Texas Legislature
Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks On Opening Day Of The Texas Legislature Governor Greg Abbott today…
Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as bad as feared
Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as…
In 2021, the Texas Legislature remains mostly white and male
In 2021, the Texas Legislature remains mostly white and male Credit: Bob Daemmrich for The…
Loon Star: Mr. Cruz goes to Washington
Loon Star: Mr. Cruz goes to Washington Ted Cruz was one of two Senate ringleaders…
Ted Cruz faces fierce blowback after his objection to Joe Biden’s victory and riot at the U.S. Capitol
Ted Cruz faces fierce blowback after his objection to Joe Biden’s victory and riot at the…
Some Texas Republicans decried Capitol insurrection — but didn’t connect the violence to their own rhetoric
Some Texas Republicans decried Capitol insurrection — but didn’t connect the violence to their own rhetoric …
PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Abbott Swears-In Senator Drew Springer
PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Abbott Swears-In Senator Drew Springer Senator Drew Springer will serve as state…
Governor’s Committee On People With Disabilities Seeks Nominations For The 2021 Barbara Jordan Media Awards
Governor’s Committee On People With Disabilities Seeks Nominations For The 2021 Barbara Jordan Media Awards …
Sheldon Adelson Bets Big on Texas Casinos
Sheldon Adelson Bets Big on Texas Casinos When a big political player comes waltzing into…
Texas legislators eye tougher rules on chemical tanks to prevent explosions, spills during storms
Texas legislators eye tougher rules on chemical tanks to prevent explosions, spills during storms Texas…
Teens for a Green New Deal
Teens for a Green New Deal Chanté Davis, a 16-year-old New Orleans native, knows that…
Join The Texas Tribune for a live interview with Comptroller Glenn Hegar
Join The Texas Tribune for a live interview with Comptroller Glenn Hegar Texas Comptroller Glenn…
Texas’ medical marijuana program is one of the most restrictive in the country. Advocates hope the Legislature will change that.
Texas’ medical marijuana program is one of the most restrictive in the country. Advocates hope the…