Carlson said Abbott has done nothing “meaningful” to protect the Texas-Mexico border.
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Pro-Amnesty Group Out With Second Round of Texas Endorsements
Americans for Prosperity has shed the LIBRE Initiative label in its latest round of endorsements.
Texas Scorecard Sits Down with Candidates for Land Commissioner
Five Republican candidates join us for an Uncut interview.
Kyle Kacal: The Most Liberal Republican in the Texas House
Since entering the Texas House, Kacal has worked against conservative reforms and sided with Democrats to grow government.
American Principles Project Launches $1M Ad Campaign Exhorting Gov. Abbott to Outlaw Child Mutilation Experiments
“[We’re] calling on Gov. Abbott to protect children from these procedures which cause permanent damage and, in many cases, sterilization.”
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Texas Parents Can Now Choose to Keep Students Back a Grade
Due to COVID and low standardized test scores, a new law gives parents more say in their child’s education.
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit, Allows University of Texas’ Race-Based Admissions
“We look forward to asking the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to review and reverse the dismissal of this important civil rights case.”
Amid Criticism, Gov. Abbott Orders National Guard to Help Arrest Illegals Crossing Border
Abbott’s order follows criticism he’s received for posturing without compelling actions.
GOP Lawmaker Asks if Quorum-Busting Democrats’ Seats Can Be Vacated
State Rep. James White (R–Hillister) asked the question of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday.
Speaker Phelan Admits He Has Power to Send for the Arrest of Absent Lawmakers
Two weeks into a lack of quorum, and an arrest warrant was finally filed.
Citizens Find Governor Abbott’s ‘Border Wall’ Is a Fence
Former ICE agent says materials from unfinished parts of the Trump wall are abandoned, ready to be used by Texas.
With Speaker’s Permission to Leave the State Capitol, House Democrat Chairman Returns to Washington
Given a “permission slip” by Speaker Phelan, State Rep. Philip Cortez was able to rejoin other absent Democrat lawmakers.
Homesick Texas Democrats Ask Supporters to Send Soda and Candy
After leaving the state to prevent consideration of election integrity legislation, Texas Democrats are asking for care packages.
Texas Governor’s Race Continues to Get National Attention
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R–Kentucky) endorses Don Huffines, candidate for Texas governor.
Amid Border Crisis, Gov. Abbott’s Challengers Outline Security Plans
“Texans need leadership committed to fixing the problem, not excuses from our governor.” – Former State Sen. Don Huffines
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Tribune Misses Fraser’s Biggest Conflict of Interest
Last week the Texas Tribune issued a report on State Sen. Troy Fraser (R–Horseshoe Bay), linking the...
Senate Approves Comprehensive Property Tax Relief
Keeping in step with their approach to property tax relief, the Texas Senate passed SB 1760 by Conroe...
Ethics Overhaul Passes Texas Senate
On Tuesday, the Texas Senate passed a major ethics overhaul bill, SB 19. Spearheaded by State Sen. Van...
House Passes Tax Relief Measures
Tax relief moved easily through the Texas House on Tuesday, a full month after the Senate passed their...
Obstructing Real Reforms
There are many measures by which this legislative session will be judged, but no measure is more important...
House GOP: Sales Tax Cut ‘Compelling’
With a majority of Texans dissatisfied with the burden of property taxes, House members are this weekend...
Senate Budget Conferees Appointed
On Thursday afternoon, the Senate released the names of its five members who will serve on the conference...
House Budget Conference Committee Members Appointed
On Wednesday afternoon, the House released the names of its five members who will serve on the conference...
Tyranny in the Texas House
When he was selected to serve as a figurehead Speaker of the Texas House by an insurgent faction of...
Despite Gun-Jam, Open Carry Advances in Texas
Gun rights in the Lone Star State took a major step forward Monday as the Texas House passed open carry...