Travis Morgan

Travis Morgan

Travis is the legal correspondent for Texas Scorecard and a published historian based in Dallas. His goal is to bring transparency and accountability to the Texas judiciary.
Students for Life Activists Sued in Texas for ‘Forcing’ Mother To Carry Baby
Students for Life Activists Sued in Texas for ‘Forcing’ Mother To Carry Baby
October 14, 2026
The lawsuit is attempting to invert a pro-life law to target the activist group.
Granbury Officials Sue To Stop Recall Election
Granbury Officials Sue To Stop Recall Election
October 13, 2026
The officials claim their recall petitions did not have enough valid signatures due to fraud and forgery.
Business Court Weakens Lawsuit Against Boeing for Downplaying Dangers of Aircraft
Business Court Weakens Lawsuit Against Boeing for Downplaying Dangers of Aircraft
October 12, 2026
Only Southwest Airlines Pilots Association’s claims for direct damages are allowed to proceed.
Cleveland ISD Granted Immunity in Wrongful-Termination Lawsuit
Cleveland ISD Granted Immunity in Wrongful-Termination Lawsuit
October 9, 2026
Thomas Everett claims he was fired after refusing to sign a gag order without review.
Public Utility Commission Sues Attorney General To Block Data Center Records Release
Public Utility Commission Sues Attorney General To Block Data Center Records Release
October 8, 2026
The court must determine whether the withheld data concerns critical infrastructure vulnerable to acts of terrorism.
Can Texas Cities Unilaterally Decriminalize Marijuana Possession?
Can Texas Cities Unilaterally Decriminalize Marijuana Possession?
October 6, 2026
A series of legal decisions suggest that state law preempts any local decriminalization ordinances.
‘Mapping the Future’ Explores Texas’ 2025 Redistricting and New Possibilities Ahead
‘Mapping the Future’ Explores Texas’ 2025 Redistricting and New Possibilities Ahead
September 26, 2026
Will redistricting Texas save the Republic?
Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Federal Ban on Interstate Handgun Sales
Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Federal Ban on Interstate Handgun Sales
September 23, 2026
The successful challenge was brought, in part, by a firearms dealer in Mansfield, Texas.
Federal Judge Pauses Texas GOP Lawsuit To Close Primaries
Federal Judge Pauses Texas GOP Lawsuit To Close Primaries
September 21, 2026
The Texas Legislature is expected to close the state’s primaries during the 2027 legislative session, making an immediate ruling unnecessary.
Conservative Groups Back Native American Church’s Fight to Preserve San Antonio Religious Site
Conservative Groups Back Native American Church’s Fight to Preserve San Antonio Religious Site
September 21, 2026
The City of San Antonio plans to redevelop Brackenridge Park in a way the church claims restricts its ability to worship.
Fifth Circuit Vacates Approval of Texas GulfLink Deepwater Port
Fifth Circuit Vacates Approval of Texas GulfLink Deepwater Port
September 17, 2026
The Maritime Agency was found to have improperly excluded pipeline routes from the project’s application area.
Can Mothers Use Family-Care Employee Benefits for Preborn Children?
Can Mothers Use Family-Care Employee Benefits for Preborn Children?
September 15, 2026
Texas attorney Gaines West is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to answer this unresolved question of law.