McKael Kirwin

McKael Kirwin is a summer writing fellow interested in covering local politics and public policy. He is studying history at Patrick Henry College.

August 15, 2025

Gov. Abbott said the new laws will provide homeowners “an efficient means of evicting squatters from their property."

August 13, 2025

Attorney General Paxton is calling out “Big Pharma” for compromising medical decision-making.

August 7, 2025

The legislation faces an uncertain future in the Texas House, which currently lacks a quorum.

August 6, 2025

As Texas attracts data companies, concerns over the stability of water resources and infrastructure are rising.

August 1, 2025

Both the Travis County Commissioners Court and the Austin City Council are proposing tax increases for flood repairs.

July 30, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has flagged the individuals as possible illegal aliens.

July 29, 2025

A new state law requires that parents have access to children's reading materials.

July 25, 2025

The issue is one of the governor’s special session items.

July 24, 2025

Current Republican candidates include incumbent Commissioner Sid Miller and challenger Nate Sheets.

July 17, 2025

Ken Paxton continues the fight to protect women’s sports.

July 16, 2025

Ken Paxton is encouraging Mars to “fulfill its 2016 pledge to get rid of these toxic ingredients.”

July 14, 2025

Attorney Clayton Calvin said his client wants the courts "to recognize the limits in the Commerce Clause are real."