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US Rep. Luttrell Introduces Legislation to Combat Human Trafficking
The legislation would provide state and local law enforcement jurisdictions with federal criminal justice funding to fight human trafficking.
Texas Sues Biden Administration Over ‘Unlawful’ Methane Tax
Along with 22 other states, Texas is seeking to bar the final rule from taking effect on January 17.
US Rep. Chip Roy Reintroduces Bill to Block Taxpayer Funding of UN Human Rights Council
The legislation seeks to withhold allocated and voluntary Human Rights Council funding from the U.S. annual U.N. contribution.
Cruz Secures Promise from Trump AG Pick Pam Bondi to Investigate Missing Children
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz secured the commitment from the former Florida attorney general at her Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
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Direct Democracy or Council Control? Some Woodway Residents Want to Vote for Mayor
In Woodway, Texas, some residents assume they vote for their mayor. In reality, the city council selects the mayor from among its members—a system that, while uncommon, is not unique in Texas. This method has sparked debate over transparency, accountability, and local...
Retired Texas Teacher Caught in Child Sex Solicitation Sting Faces New Charges
A retired high school athletic trainer arrested last year for soliciting sex from a child online has now been charged with sexually assaulting a disabled student while working for Bridgeport Independent School District. William Lawrence “Billy” Newsom, 61, was caught...
After Judges Drop Asylum Cases, ICE Makes Arrests at Houston Courthouse
Federal immigration officers arrested three individuals outside a southwest Houston courtroom this week as part of a broader national crackdown targeting illegal aliens whose asylum cases have just been dismissed. On Monday, ICE agents in plain clothes arrested three...
Texas to Launch Nation’s Largest School Choice Program
After decades of campaigning by education reform advocates, Texas is set to enact the nation’s largest education savings account program, opening new options for up to 100,000 students. The state will spend the next year preparing for the program’s 2026-2027 launch....
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Drag Show For Kids at a CHURCH?! Secrets They DON’T Want You To Know!
This week, Sara exposes a Pride Festival at a Texas “CHURCH,” complete with an all-ages drag show and information for congregants encouraging illegal immigration and obstructing justice. You won’t BELIEVE what else Sara found at this tax-exempt “church.”
New Laws Protecting Citizens’ Gun Rights Set To Take Effect This Year
Several measures were passed during the 89th Legislative Session by state lawmakers aimed at preserving the rights of Texas gun owners. Now, the legislation is set to take effect in September, only awaiting a signature from Gov. Greg Abbott. "Through relentless...
Democrats Tee Up More Summer Riots. This Time We’re Ready!
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Jaeson Jones Jaeson Jones is an internationally renowned border intelligence specialist. You can see his fantastic reporting on NewsmaxTV.
Y’All Answered: Paxton’s Challenge To Cornyn
At the top of the 2026 GOP primary ballot, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn will be challenged for the Republican nomination by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Yesterday, we asked readers who they would support if the election were held right now. Here is a sampling of the...
6.10.2025: Soros targets Texas.
Soros-Backed Group Relaunches Effort To Turn Texas Blue… Organized Protesters Rally for Illegal Aliens, Against ICE… Supreme Court Shoots Down Mexico’s Lawsuit Against American Gun Companies… Texas A&M Political Science Textbook Attacks Trump…