The seat currently held by Congressman Pete Olson is expected to be hotly contested in 2020
The seat currently held by Congressman Pete Olson is expected to be hotly contested in 2020
Capitol sources say an upcoming caucus meeting is a major defeat for Speaker Bonnen and his leadership team.
In the crosshairs is an oft-discussed proposal for so-called “red-flag” laws, in which guns could be confiscated without due process.
Despite his role in the backroom offer made to Michael Quinn Sullivan, Abbott says he supports the ex-Republican Caucus chairman.
State Rep. Matt Schaefer is the latest legislator to weigh in after hearing the audio recording.
The op-ed and corresponding tweet reveal the Austin establishment’s cavalier attitude toward backroom deals.
A Texas House committee referred the investigation to the Texas Rangers Public Integrity Unit.
Patterson also praised Speaker Dennis Bonnen heavily during the event.
A public hearing will be held on Monday, August 12 at 10 a.m.
“As more Members indulge this lying, misuse of office and public trust, the Party risks degrading itself beyond repair.”