The embattled speaker said he has “not wavered” on his support for placing Democrats in leadership positions during a recent interview.
Decision Texas
Multiple House and Senate Races Head to Runoff Election
The runoff election will take place in May.
Shelley Luther Beats State Rep. Reggie Smith in Rematch
The two previously went head-to-head in 2022.
State Rep. Steve Allison Loses to Marc LaHood
The anti-school choice incumbent has lost to local attorney LaHood.
State Rep. Ernest Bailes Falls to Janis Holt
Bailes faced considerable ire from pro-school choice advocates after voting against the governor’s school choice package.
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George Soros Funds Harris County District Attorney Challenger
Soros is turning his attention to the Harris County District Attorney’s race between incumbent Kim Ogg and Sean Teare.
Trump: Texas Voters Have to Get Rid of Dade Phelan
The interview comes as the former president is poised to win the Texas Republican primary, and the party’s nomination.
Analysis: The End of Phelan’s Speakership
Will it be a case of ‘old boss, meet the new boss, same as the old boss’?
Gov. Abbott Downplays Vice President Speculation, Will Run for Fourth Term
Former President Donald Trump said Gov. Greg Abbott is on his shortlist of candidates.
Shadowy DC PAC Backs Embattled Speaker Phelan
Conservative antagonists Karl Rove and Joe Straus are still messing with Texas.
Glenn Rogers Encourages Illegal Electioneering by School Districts
A text thread is the latest in a series of events suggesting election coordination with government schools.
‘Trump is Not Welcome in Texas’: Lawmaker’s Anti-Trump Tweets Surface in Campaign
State Rep. Justin Holland accused former President Donald Trump of being “out of touch” and “not a true Statesman.”
AG Ken Paxton Targets Dade Phelan’s Loyalists on Campaign Tour
Paxton told Texas Scorecard that he believes voters are finally figuring out what’s happening in Austin.
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.
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Dana Myers to Run for Texas GOP Chair
The current vice chair says she will challenge Texas GOP Chair Matt Rinaldi.
Gov. Abbott’s Campaign Treasurer and Texans for Lawsuit Reform Oppose Abbott-Endorsed Candidate
Political giving by a well-connected beer distributor from Houston is raising eyebrows.
Drew Darby Touts Fake Endorsement from Greg Abbott
After Darby voted with Democrats against a school choice proposal, Abbott endorsed against him.
DeAyala v. Perez: Paxton Impeachment Vote Could Decide House District 133 Race
DeAyala’s vote to impeach the attorney general lingers heavily over the House District 133 Republican primary election.
Primary Opponents Challenge State Rep. Stucky’s Record on GOP Priorities
Challengers Andy Hopper and Elaine Hays also slammed Lynn Stucky’s vote to impeach Ken Paxton.
Glenn Hegar Stands Out as a Texas Official Not Endorsing Donald Trump
The comptroller was endorsed by Trump in both 2018 and 2022.
Texas Gun Rights Endorses GOP Primary Candidates
Texas Gun Rights is showing support for candidates who emphasize Second Amendment freedom.
‘I’ve Seen Enough’: Cornyn Endorses Trump After New Hampshire Primary
Sen. John Cornyn’s endorsement comes despite a turbulent history between the two.
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.