This is Watson’s third non-consecutive term as mayor.
Decision Texas
Ted Cruz Leads Colin Allred by 11 Points in US Senate Race
Cruz’ and Trump’s encouraging numbers in UT Austin’s latest poll track with other polls conducted over the past couple of months.
Gov. Abbott Declares Victory for School Choice Following Electoral Gains
Abbott, Club for Growth, and AFC have announced that there are now enough votes for school choice to pass in the Texas House.
GOP Runoff Victors Secure Open Texas House Seats
The Republican runoff winners are set to face Democrat challengers in the November general election.
Despite Residency Questions, Brent Hagenbuch Wins Republican State Senate Runoff
Primary opponent Jace Yarbrough is challenging Hagenbuch’s eligibility to represent Senate District 30.
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Runoff Preview: Covey Squares off Against Speaker Phelan for House District 21
David Covey is running against incumbent State Rep. Dade Phelan to represent the southeast Texas district.
What a 1,000 Mile Bus Trip Says About the Shifting Balance of Power in Austin
Incumbents campaigning against colleagues has been a forbidden practice. Now it’s a three-day tour.
Runoff Preview: McQueeney and Bean Square Off For House District 97
John McQueeney and Cheryl Bean are competing for an open seat.
Runoff Preview: Klick and Lowe Race for House District 91
The North Texas district includes part of Tarrant County.
Runoff Preview: Hopper and Stucky Compete for House District 64
The district consists of Wise County and part of Denton County.
Runoff Preview: Richardson and Frazier to Race For House District 61
The district represents part of Collin County.
Runoff Preview: Burns and Kerwin Contend For House District 58
The seat includes both Johnson County and Somervell County.
Runoff Preview: Schoolcraft and Kuempel Face Off for House District 44
The seat encompasses both Gonzales County and Guadalupe County.
Runoff Preview: Pierson and Holland Race For House District 33
House District 33 includes Rockwall County and parts of Collin County.
Silver Bullet Bus Tour to Travel the State Ahead of Runoff Elections
The Silver Bullet Bus Tour will run May 15-17 and is scheduled to make eight stops.
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Trump Endorsements Flood in for Candidates
Donald Trump announced endorsements for several state House and judicial candidates.
Vegas Bets Big on Speaker Phelan
The casino lobby has emerged from the shadows to play the primary election.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Continues Endorsing During Early Voting
Patrick endorsed Brent Money and Mike Olcott for the Texas House.
Trump: ‘Any Republican Backing Phelan is a Fool’
The former president has expanded his criticism beyond just Phelan, taking aim at any Republican that backs him.
State Rep. Ernest Bailes Faces Primary Challengers for House District 18
The candidates are competing primarily over the issues of school choice and illegal immigration.
Time For a Change? Schenck and Keller Spar Over Criminal Appeals Court Leadership
Attorney David Schenck is challenging Presiding Judge Sharon Keller in the Republican primary.
Abbott Urges Texans to ‘Bank their Votes Early’ During Campaign Stop
Abbott’s campaign stop for Mike Olcott is one of many he is doing across the state ahead of the Republican primary election.
Ken Paxton Sues Denton ISD for ‘Illegal’ Election Activity
Attorney General announces civil action against school district abusing taxpayer resources.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Endorses Another House Challenger
Patrick also recently joined Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in endorsing four other House challengers.
State Rep. Hugh Shine Challenged on School Choice Vote
School choice is the main focus in the GOP primary for House District 55.