DeSantis will contend with Nikki Haley, Tim Scott, and former U.S. President Donald Trump in what is expected to be a bloody GOP primary.
Decision Texas
SCOTX Conservative Draws Primary Challenge
Justice John Devine will be challenged by Brian Walker.
Amid Arrest Speculation, Trump to Hold First 2024 Rally in Waco
The rally comes on what could be an eventful week for the 45th president.
Breaking Down the GOP’s Performance in South Texas
Republicans made a historic push to win voters in the Rio Grande Valley. They won a few key races but came short of their goal. So, how did they really perform on the border?
Three Strikes—You’re Out!
Will Robert “Beto” O’Rourke leave Texas politics?
MOST RECENT
GOP Makes Positive Strides in South Texas
Although not the wave Republicans were hoping for, Republicans showed improvement in South Texas as voters will send new Republicans to represent them in federal and state office.
Dawn Buckingham Cruises to Win in Land Commissioner Race
Buckingham will replace outgoing commissioner George P. Bush.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Wins Re-Election
“Just because we won tonight, doesn’t mean the fight is over.”
Tim O’Hare Wins Race to Become New Tarrant County Judge
Former Tarrant County Republican Chairman Tim O’Hare has defeated...
Sid Miller Wins Texas Agricultural Commissioner Race
Citizens rehire incumbent Miller for a third term.
Gov. Greg Abbott Beats Beto O’Rourke in Gubernatorial Race
Abbott has secured a third term in office.
Dan Patrick Secures Third Term as Lieutenant Governor
With the legislative session beginning in January, Patrick’s return signals a coming conflict with the Texas House.
Latest Polling Predicts Election Night Victory for Republicans
“Texas voters don’t want Democrats in charge.”
All State Board of Education Seats Are Up for Grabs
“People are fed up with the existing system where children continue to get worse scores on their standardized test, are inundated with radical gender theories, and where—every day—less emphasis is on academics.”
Campaign Aide Threatens to ‘Punch You’ for Not Voting for Beto O’Rourke
“If you don’t vote for Beto, I’m gonna punch you in yo’ face.”
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Abbott Exposes O’Rourke’s Support for Defunding the Police
During the 2020 Black Lives Matter riots, O’Rourke held a livestream where he praised the rioters and their calls to defund law enforcement.
Abbott and O’Rourke Battle on Second Amendment Rights
While Texas voters continue to vote in favor of firearm freedom and Second Amendment protection, only one candidate promises to stand for them.
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
Planned Parenthood Texas Caught Trying to Register Dead Voters
“Voter fraud is real and it happens in Texas.”
Abbott and O’Rourke Clash on School Choice
As the gubernatorial election heats up, school choice continues to be a hot-topic issue among voters.
Analysis: Phelan Is Out of Touch
New nationwide polling finds 55 percent of Americans believe cheating affected the 2020 presidential election.
Texas Governor Commits to ‘Eliminate School Property Taxes’
Abbott said his goal is for Texans to “genuinely own their own home without being taxed out of it.”