State Rep. Brian Harrison has filed a resolution to remove every Democrat committee chair in the Texas House.
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Proposal to Expedite Election Contests Sails Through Senate
The legislation is in response to a series of six lawsuits filed following the November constitutional election, challenging the results based on the certification of the voting machines used.
Vendors, State Argue in Federal Appeals Court Over Sexually Explicit Books
Texas wants to enforce new regulations for school library vendors during an ongoing legal challenge.
Abbott Endorses Mike Olcott over Glenn Rogers After School Choice Vote
The endorsement represents a switch for Abbott, who endorsed Rogers in 2022.
Texas A&M Administrator Still Employed After Arrest for Possessing Child Pornography
The university employee was arrested by the FBI for possession of child sexual abuse material.
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Texas Supreme Court Hears Landmark Abortion Case
The Supreme Court of Texas heard arguments in which over 20 plaintiffs claim the state’s abortion bans are harming them.
Sole Finalist for Texas A&M President Believes in White Privilege
Mark Welsh is set to be named as the President of Texas A&M early next month.
Ted Cruz to Endorse Against Texas Republicans Who Killed School Choice
Cruz also prioritized school choice in the 2022 primary, saying it was a “critical factor” in earning his support.
UT Dallas Students Object to Removal of ‘Spirit Rocks’
The UT Dallas administration removed historic university artifacts traditionally used for students’ free expression after support for Palestine clashed with that of Israel.
Abbott Makes First Endorsement Against Incumbent After School Choice Debacle
This is not expected to be the last endorsement Abbott makes against those who opposed his top legislative priority.
Abbott’s Appointments: Incompetency, Ideology, and Resistance
The governor’s appointments speak louder than his words.
Kyle Kacal Announces Retirement after Voting Against School Choice
Since entering the legislature, Kacal has worked against conservative reforms and sided with Democrats to expand government.
Will Gov. Greg Abbott Call Another Special Session?
At different times, Abbott has given different answers on the possibility of additional special sessions.
Abbott’s Appointments: The Bush Infiltration
Texas voters have repeatedly demonstrated they are done with the Bush family, but the dynasty isn’t taking the hint.
Democrat County Judges Urge Biden Administration to Intervene Against New Border Security Legislation
The local officials claim the new legislation violates the federal government’s jurisdiction over immigration law.
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Belton Mom Hillary Hickland Challenging Anti-School Choice State Rep. Hugh Shine
Hickland and Shine will compete in the March Republican primary to represent Texas House District 55.
ERCOT CEO: Texas is Leading the Charge for Nuclear Energy
In an interview with Chris Salcedo, Pablo Vegas discussed electric reliability, EMP attacks, and nuclear energy.
Adam Hinojosa Announces Rematch for South Texas Senate Seat
Hinojosa fell short of 50 percent of the vote in 2022 by a mere 0.19 percent.
Texas House Passes Border Security Measures
The two measures will provide funding for border barrier infrastructure and create a criminal penalty for illegal entry into the state.
Texas A&M to Name Pro-DEI Obama-Appointee as Sole Finalist for President of the University
Mark Welsh has served as interim president of the university since July.
Southwest Border Encounters Top 240k in October
This is an increase of nearly 10,000 from October’s encounters in 2022.
Pat Fallon to Leave Congress, Seek Return to Texas Senate
Fallon’s announcement results in another open seat for the Texas congressional delegation.
Federal Judges Challenge Validity of ‘Coalition Districts’ in Galveston County Redistricting Appeal
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals said coalition claims “are wrong as a matter of law” and “should be overturned.”
AG Ken Paxton Calls on Texas House to Reveal Cost of Impeachment
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick requested a full audit following the trial in September.
Texas House, Republicans and Democrats, Refusing To Show Up For Special Session
Lawmakers accuse Speaker Phelan of encouraging the quorum bust.