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Three Suspects With Immigration Detainers Arrested in Dallas County
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has flagged the individuals as possible illegal aliens.

Texas Democrats Elect Socialist Vice-Chair
Over the weekend, Texas Democrats elected Kolby Duhon as their new vice chair for finance. The position is...

Abbott Hints at Potential Special Session on Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban
Gov. Greg Abbott is leaving the door open for a special session of the Texas Legislature, signaling that...

El Salvadoran Illegal Alien Receives Death Penalty for Murder of Harris County Deputy
Oscar Rosales, an illegal alien with a violent record across two countries, will face the death penalty for gunning down a Harris County deputy. Rosales, a Salvadoran national living in Texas illegally, was found guilty of murdering Precinct 5 Constable Deputy Cpl....

Texas A&M Class Uses Radical Gender and Sexuality Materials
A current summer course at Texas A&M includes disturbing materials dealing with gender and sexuality. Anthropology 201: Introduction to Anthropology features lessons on gender identity using the controversial “genderbread person,” recommendations to use the...

Houston Polling Signals Tight Races Amid Voter Concerns on Crime, Taxes
Fifty-seven percent of residents said Harris County is heading in the wrong direction.

Two Houston-Area Planned Parenthood Clinics Announce September Closure
One of the clinics was the largest Planned Parenthood abortion facility in the United States.

North Texas School Districts Implement New Policies To Improve Parental Oversight
A new state law requires that parents have access to children’s reading materials.

Parents Push Back on Schools’ New Phone-Free Policies
The state-mandated policies are meant to minimize classroom distractions, but some parents think the restrictions go too far.

Glazed and Confused: Shipley Do-Nuts Sold to California Firm
The deal is reminiscent of the 2019 sale of Texas-staple fast food joint Whataburger to a Chicago investment group.

CBP Officers Seize Over $1 Million of Cocaine in South Texas
A canine alerted officers to the nearly 77 pounds of cocaine.

ICE Arrests More Than 200 Illegal Aliens Who Have Sexually Abused Children
The federal government has prioritized the arrest of the most dangerous criminal aliens over the past 6 months.

AG Paxton Files Legal Petition Against New York Clerk Over Violation of Texas Abortion Law
The purpose of the petition is to ensure Dr. Margaret Carpenter is held accountable for breaking Texas’ abortion laws.

Three Suspects With Immigration Detainers Arrested in Dallas County
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has flagged the individuals as possible illegal aliens.

Texas Democrats Elect Socialist Vice-Chair
Over the weekend, Texas Democrats elected Kolby Duhon as their new vice chair for finance. The position is...

Abbott Hints at Potential Special Session on Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban
Gov. Greg Abbott is leaving the door open for a special session of the Texas Legislature, signaling that...

El Salvadoran Illegal Alien Receives Death Penalty for Murder of Harris County Deputy
Oscar Rosales, an illegal alien with a violent record across two countries, will face the death penalty for gunning down a Harris County deputy. Rosales, a Salvadoran national living in Texas illegally, was found guilty of murdering Precinct 5 Constable Deputy Cpl....

Texas A&M Class Uses Radical Gender and Sexuality Materials
A current summer course at Texas A&M includes disturbing materials dealing with gender and sexuality. Anthropology 201: Introduction to Anthropology features lessons on gender identity using the controversial “genderbread person,” recommendations to use the...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Texas AG’s Legal Battle: What Really Happened
Join us in unraveling the mysterious legal battle of Texas AG Ken Paxton! After nearly a decade of drama, a deal has finally been reached to dismiss state securities fraud charges. Discover the twists and turns of this politically driven case that dates back to 2015.

Will Democrats Pick the Next Texas Speaker?
Today we break down just how Democrats plan to pick the next Texas speaker and how Republicans are working...

11/13/24 Cornyn Loses, Thune Wins
-John Cornyn Loses Race for Senate Majority Leader to John Thune -Texas Lawmaker Files Bill to Eliminate...

Who Will Lead Senate Republicans, America-First, Or A Pro-Dem GOP?
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman Brian Babin serves the people of Texas’ 36th Congressional...

11.13.2024: In-state tuition for illegals.
Legislation Filed to Eliminate In-State Tuition for Illegal Aliens… Second Democrat Enters the Speaker Race…...

6.24.2025: Marijuana fight erupts.
Veto of THC Ban Sparks Fierce Response From Patrick… How Texas' Law Enforcement Officials Are Shielding...

6/23/25 Greg Abbott Calls Lawmakers Back to Work
- Gov. Greg Abbott Announces July 21 Special Session - Late-Night Veto: Abbott Rejects THC Ban Bill - Abbott...

The Show Behind The Show, Bombing Iran Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: The boys try to make sense of what kind of world will result from America...

6.23.2025: A Special Session is Announced
Gov. Greg Abbott Announces July 21 Special Session… Texas Lottery Operator Rebrands Amid Scandals… San...