Former Perry strategist reportedly offered $250,000 plus a “win bonus” to aid Phelan campaign.
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Desperate Lawmaker Challenges Sid Miller to a Duel
State Rep. Glenn Rogers is angry after Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller endorsed his opponent.
Senate Candidate Says Fraudulent Donation to Speaker Phelan Made in His Name
Texas State Election Code states “A person may not knowingly make or authorize a political expenditure in the name of or on behalf of another” without their knowledge.
Pfizer Injects Funds Into Texas Lawmakers Campaign Coffers
Lawmakers and political action committees made their latest campaign finance disclosures this week, and one big pharmaceutical company’s political giving was in the spotlight.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Endorses More House Challengers
Paxton says that Texas must fight to protect conservative values from “liberal Republicans.”
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Texas Agriculture Commissioner Endorses Challenger to Texas House Speaker
Sid Miller is joined by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his endorsement of David Covey.
More Bad Polling Emerges for House Speaker Dade Phelan
Republican Party of Texas Chairman Matt Rinaldi called Phelan’s unfavorability “unprecedented in recent years.”
Jacey Jetton: ‘Always Been a Fan’ of the Bushes
The Republican House member criticized Donald Trump in a recent interview, saying he prefers politicians like Nikki Haley and Marco Rubio.
Janine Chapa Challenging State Rep. Terry Wilson in GOP Primary
Chapa says Texans “need less government in our lives and that’s why I’m running—to give the citizens of House District 20 a better choice.”
Katrina Pierson to Challenge Justin Holland for Texas House
Holland has drawn the ire of conservatives with a series of high profile votes in contradiction to the party’s priorities this year.
Every School Choice Opponent in Texas House Earns a Primary Challenger
Each of the 21 Republicans who voted against school choice are either leaving the legislature or facing intraparty opposition.
4 Republicans Vie For Open Senate District 30 Seat
Brent Hagenbuch, Cody Clark, Jace Yarborough, and Carrie de Moor will face off in the March primary.
US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Files for Re-Election to Congress
Jackson Lee is currently facing a primary challenge from former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards.
Texas State Sen. John Whitmire Wins Houston Mayoral Race
Whitmire faced fellow Democrat Shelia Jackson Lee in the runoff.
Shelley Luther Challenges State Rep. Reggie Smith to Rematch for House District 62
Luther also faced off with Smith in the 2022 Republican primary.
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Analysis: Does TLR Want a Democrat Attorney General?
Texans for Lawsuit Reform’s founder says “others can save” Paxton, after spending millions to weaken him in the GOP primary.
All-Republican State Court Reiterates Attorney General Lacks Authority to Prosecute Election Fraud
“The timing is no accident—this is devastating for the integrity of our upcoming elections.” –Attorney General Ken Paxton
Alexandra Mealer Promises to Prioritize Public Safety in Harris County
The GOP candidate for Harris County judge calls out the lawlessness of current County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
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.”