NEWS

Democrat Exposes Straus’ Lack of Talent, Tact
Johnson’s tweets are merely the latest expression of the frustration experienced by both Democrats and Republicans who are chafing under Straus’ equal parts ham and iron fisted rule.

Gallagher Booted From Paxton Case
The motion to transfer venue has been a colossal misstep by special prosecutors Kent Schaffer, Brian Wice, and Nicole DeBorde.

Governor Abbott Debates Veto of Texting and Driving Bill
Already some organizations and individuals are calling on Abbott to veto the legislation.

Texas Democrat Party Fails to Get Local Candidates Elected
Texas’ Democrat Party actively supported 34 “progressive” Democrat candidates in May’s non-partisan city and school races throughout the state. How’d they do?

Austin Ridesharing Restored
It took state officials intervening, but Austinites will find their city to be much more navigable from now on as ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft return to resume operations in the Capitol City.

Voters Will Decide on Abolishing Dallas Bus Agency, If It Doesn’t Fail First
Ailing bus bureaucracy Dallas County Schools may not stay solvent long enough for Dallas voters to decide its fate in November, as a bill passed by the Texas Legislature calls for.

Rinaldi Assaulted, Threatened By Democrat Lawmakers
State Rep. Matt Rinaldi is currently under DPS protection after lawmakers and illegal immigrants issued death threats against him.

Too Much Not Done
All legislators must go home knowing not only that citizens are ready to hold them accountable but that we’re equipping voters with the tools necessary to do so.

Abbott Announces Special Session Announcement
Once Abbott calls lawmakers back they will have 30 days to address issues that he has chosen.

Best and Worst Legislators of 2017
The final results were first announced during the “Jim & Michael Show Sine Die Special.

House Failure
Texans demand results. Put simply: the Senate delivered, the House failed.

Adam Cahn: Active at Every Level
Adam Cahn has been active at every level of Texas politics and continues to keep everyone entertained and informed through his blog.