Brandon Waltens

Brandon serves as the Senior Editor for Texas Scorecard. After managing successful campaigns for top conservative legislators and serving as a Chief of Staff in the Texas Capitol, Brandon moved outside the dome in order to shine a spotlight on conservative victories and establishment corruption in Austin. @bwaltens

JD Vance Takes Midterm Message to South Texas

September 30, 2026

The vice president rallied Republicans behind Eric Flores while touting new investment and taking aim at Democrats.

Huffines Moves to End Tax on Online Marketplace Fees

September 30, 2026

The comptroller is reversing a 2025 policy that taxed fees charged by online marketplaces and app-based services.

Talarico’s NYC Fundraising Swing Continues With Transgender Activists

September 29, 2026

Several hosts lead organizations advocating gender mutilation procedures for minors.

Talarico’s NYC Fundraiser Packed With Mamdani Allies

September 28, 2026

The host committee includes Mamdani fundraisers, campaign supporters, and members of his transition committees.

Abbott Moves To Ease Diesel Prices With Statewide Fuel Emergency

September 28, 2026

The governor is loosening diesel restrictions and seeking federal waivers after saying last week that ending the war in Iran was the key to lowering...

EXCLUSIVE: Talarico Minister Says ‘Cult-Like’ Evangelicals Treat Bible as a ‘Magic Book’

September 28, 2026

Rev. Babs Miller calls evangelical churches “almost cult-like” and says white men in Texas fear losing control to “the blacks and browns.”

JD Vance to Headline Midterm Rally in South Texas

September 27, 2026

The vice president will also visit Brownsville for the groundbreaking of a $3 billion shipyard project.

Texas Supreme Court Rejects Secret Sharia Divorce Obtained in Pakistan

September 25, 2026

The justices found that a divorce obtained without the wife’s knowledge violated fundamental due-process protections.

Hundreds of Texas Data Centers Under Investigation Over Water Use Reporting

September 24, 2026

Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating data center developments across the state for compliance with legally required water-use surveys.

Texas House Candidate Tells DSA He Needs to Hide His Socialist Affiliation

September 23, 2026

Yisak Worku said the “deep red district” is why he does not plan to publicly identify as a democratic socialist.

Texas Ethics Commission Tables Proposed Lawmaker Per Diem Hike

September 23, 2026

The increase would have boosted lawmakers’ compensation while raising the amount lobbyists could spend without identifying who benefited.

Texas Ethics Commission Proposal Would Raise Cap on Secret Lobbyist Meals

September 22, 2026

A proposed per diem increase would also give lawmakers an additional $9,716 in compensation during each regular legislative session.