Former Perry strategist reportedly offered $250,000 plus a “win bonus” to aid Phelan campaign.
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Grassroots America: We The People Announces GOP Primary Endorsements
The endorsements include several challengers to incumbent Republicans.
Abbott Bucks Phelan, Criticizes Democrat Chairs in Texas House
Gov. Greg Abbott noted that State Rep. Justin Holland “voted against gun rights and school choice, but voted to put Democrats in leadership positions.”
After Doxxing by House Managers and Media, Paxton Family Targeted With ‘Swatting’
The Paxtons weren’t home but said false 911 reports should be “vigorously prosecuted” as they hamper the effectiveness of law enforcement.
Federal Court Upholds Texas Election Security Law Requiring ‘Wet’ Signatures
The Fifth Circuit determined that an original signature attesting to the truth of information provided on a voter registration application is “a material requirement.”
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Lawmaker Blasts Texas Democrats for ‘Siding With Hamas’
State Rep. Brian Harrison has filed a resolution to remove every Democrat committee chair in the Texas House.
Abbott Endorses Against Another School Choice Opponent
Marc LaHood is challenging incumbent State Rep. Steve Allison.
Potential Texas Senate Candidate Addresses Former Law Firm’s LGBTQ Articles
Britton Brooks is reportedly considering a run for the Texas Senate.
Texas GOP Censures Departing Paxton Impeachment Leader Andrew Murr
Murr announced last month that he would not be seeking re-election.
Texas A&M Administrator No Longer Employed After Arrest for Possession of Child Pornography
The university confirmed that the administrator was no longer employed late Friday afternoon.
Court Rules Biden Administration Can Remove Texas’ Border Buoy Barriers
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the Biden administration’s preliminary injunction requesting the courts force Texas to move the marine barrier.
Pro-DEI Fellowship At UT Austin Terminated Ahead of New State Law
Ahead of a new state measure targeting “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” policies in Texas, a fellowship at the University of Texas at Austin pushing a DEI agenda has ended.
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.
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Texas Department of Transportation Uses Taxpayer Dollars to Fund ‘Wokeness’ in the Workplace
Internal documents reveal TxDOT directors have been pushing DEI-related policies and practices on their employees.
UT Austin Professor Attacks Moms for Liberty
Moms for Liberty is an activist group that has gained prominence in advocating for greater parental rights in education.
Texans for Vaccine Choice Releases Texas Senate Legislative Report Card
State senators were rated according to their vote records on medical liberty, including amendments and legislation offered.
State Sen. Charles Schwertner Has DWI Charge Dismissed
He is not the only state lawmaker to be arrested for driving while intoxicated.
Dan Patrick Issues Gag Order in Paxton Impeachment Case
A press conference by Paxton’s defense team has been canceled following the gag order.
Texas Librarians Sign Petition Supporting Marxist President of American Library Association
Multiple states are considering cutting ties with the American Library Association over their president-elect.
Mexico Files Complaint Over Texas’ Buoy Border Barrier
Mexico will conduct a topographical survey to determine if the buoys cross into the country’s territory.
Minors in State Care Went ‘Missing,’ Became Sex Slaves
Another scandal emerges in the state agency charged with protecting children.
2 South Texas Mayors Running to Flip Democrat-held District
Uvalde and Pleasanton mayors are running in the GOP primary to replace State Rep. Tracy King.
New York-based Group Sues Texas Gov. Abbott Over TikTok Ban
The Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University filed the lawsuit.