Justice John Devine will be challenged by Brian Walker.
Decision Texas
A.G. Paxton Blasts Democrat Opponent as ‘Human Trafficking Lawyer’
“Rochelle Garza may have firsthand experience dealing with human traffickers, but the catch is that she was working to enable these criminals by defending them in court.”
In Competitive Texas House Race, Both Candidates Support Corporate Welfare
Yet both the Democrat and Republican party platforms oppose “economic incentive” programs like Chapter 313 property tax abatements.
‘Blackface’ Allegations Emerge in Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins’ Trespassing Arrest
A recently surfaced police report has led to allegations that in 1983 Jenkins dressed in blackface to terrorize college women.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Slams Democrat Challenger in New Ad
“If you line up [President Biden’s] policy point of view with my policy point of view, you don’t see a lot of daylight.” — Mike Collier
MOST RECENT
Poll Shows Abbott’s Lead Over O’Rourke is Growing
The latest polling comes as O’Rourke makes out-of-state trips to California and New York to raise cash for his campaign.
‘New York City?!’: O’Rourke Courts Campaign Cash on the Coasts
The fundraisers come as recent polling continues to show O’Rourke lagging behind Abbott.
Abbott and O’Rourke Agree to Debate
The two will meet in Edinburg on September 30.
New Poll Shows Republicans Leading Among Newly Registered Voters in Texas
“It’s clear that new registered voters are ready to help us keep Texas red and support a bold conservative cultural agenda in 2023.”
New Survey Finds Momentous Shift in Hispanic Voters to GOP
The Texas Hispanic Realignment Survey shows Hispanics disapprove of Joe Biden’s presidency and support increasing border security.
O’Rourke Promises to Keep Critical Race Theory in Texas Classrooms
O’Rourke wants teachers to choose which version of history is taught in the classroom.
Republican State Board of Education Nominee Blasts Proposed Curriculum Standards
“Our children belong to us, they belong to the parents, they belong to the family. Our children do not belong to the government.”
Ted Cruz Expects South Texas Will Turn Red Following ‘Absolute Disaster’ at Border
“I think we’re on the verge of a generational shift.”
O’Rourke’s Campaign Staff Form a Union
The union is the first of its kind for any statewide campaign in Texas.
Beto O’Rourke Takes $1 Million From Liberal Billionaire George Soros
Soros is one of the largest donors for progressive Democrats.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Implores Lawmakers to Act on Border Crisis
“I need that law… that gives us the ability to be sued so we can go fight that fight.”
Runoff Preview: Berry and Troxclair Fight for House District 19
Justin Berry and Ellen Troxclair are competing to represent Central Texas in the state House.
Runoff Preview: Gerdes and Pape Compete for House District 17
Stan Gerdes and Paul Pape are competing for the Republican nomination in this Central Texas district.
Runoff Preview: Reyes and Flores Face Off for Senate District 24
Pete Flores and Raul Reyes are competing to represent Central Texas in the state Senate.
In Their Own Words: Runoff Candidates on Corporate Welfare
With 34 Republican candidates in the May runoff elections for the state Legislature, Texas Scorecard asked candidates whether they support ending corporate welfare.
In Their Own Words: Runoff Candidates on Pornographic Books in Children’s School Libraries
With 34 Republican candidates in the May runoff elections for the state Legislature, Texas Scorecard asked whether they support Texas closing the legal loopholes that allow explicit materials in school libraries.
In Their Own Words: Runoff Candidates on the Border Invasion
With 34 Republican candidates in the May runoff elections for the state Legislature, Texas Scorecard asked whether they support Texas sending away illegal border crossers as invaders.
Questions of Candidate Residency Continue in Texas House District
Former Southlake Mayor Laura Hill maintains an apartment in House District 93 that opponent Nate Schatzline alleges is not her residence.
Candidates Spar Over Sign Shenanigans in Republican Runoff Debate
Texas House District 61 candidates Paul Chabot and Frederick Frazier also clashed on property taxes and Democrat committee chairs.
Ted Cruz Endorses Mike Olcott in House Runoff
Cruz breaks from Gov. Abbott’s endorsee, incumbent Glenn Rogers.