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ICE Arrests 1,361 Criminal Aliens in Houston-Area Operations in June
One arrest involved an individual previously convicted of hijacking an airplane.
House Lawmakers Pass Measure Creating the Texas Grid Security Commission
Members of the Texas House have signed off on a measure establishing a commission to collaborate with state...
Harris County Sheriff’s Office Plans Return of Outsourced Inmates
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office announced plans to begin retrieving hundreds of inmates currently housed...
Houston Controller Blocking $7B Budget Over Lawsuit Uncertainty
A legal standoff over drainage payments has stalled Houston’s budget, even with a payment plan already in place. In February, Houston Controller Chris Hollins warned that he would be unable to certify Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget unless the city either cut...
Effort To Remove the Marvin Nichols Reservoir Project From State Water Plan Dies in House
An attempt to revive legislation aimed at stopping the Marvin Nichols Reservoir project failed in the House on Tuesday. The proposed reservoir would deliver drinking water to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex but would require the use of eminent domain to acquire nearly...
Dallas District Judge Sanctioned Twice
Judge Amber Givens was found to have violated constitutional rights and exhibited disrespect toward defendants, counsel, and fellow judges.
Why Baytown Voters May Reject the City’s Planned Bond Propositions
Baytown resident Byron Schirmbeck says it’s not for the reasons city officials think.
HHS Bars Illegal Aliens From Taxpayer-Funded Health Programs
Texas Health and Human Services previously reported that hospitals across the state incurred $121 million in healthcare costs for illegal aliens in a single month.
Murder Suspect Granted Bond After Houston Prosecutors Miss Deadline
An Afghan national accused of murder has been granted a personal recognizance bond after prosecutors failed to meet the deadline to indict him.
Trump Endorses Texas Lawmakers Who Backed School Choice, Despite Party Pushback
A flurry of endorsements for incumbents has come from President Donald Trump’s PAC.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Pushes for Taxpayer-Funded International Trips
Hidalgo’s third attempt at reforming travel policy sought to define “extraordinary circumstances” to include trade missions.
Harris County Flood Bond Reports Show Unexplained $1 Billion Discrepancy
Commissioners voted Thursday to fund all existing secured partnerships and grants tied to Harris County’s 2018 flood bond.
Texas to Redraw Racially Gerrymandered Congressional Districts During Special Session
Four “coalition” districts identified by the DOJ as unconstitutional are targeted for redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
ICE Arrests 1,361 Criminal Aliens in Houston-Area Operations in June
One arrest involved an individual previously convicted of hijacking an airplane.
House Lawmakers Pass Measure Creating the Texas Grid Security Commission
Members of the Texas House have signed off on a measure establishing a commission to collaborate with state...
Harris County Sheriff’s Office Plans Return of Outsourced Inmates
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office announced plans to begin retrieving hundreds of inmates currently housed...
Houston Controller Blocking $7B Budget Over Lawsuit Uncertainty
A legal standoff over drainage payments has stalled Houston’s budget, even with a payment plan already in place. In February, Houston Controller Chris Hollins warned that he would be unable to certify Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget unless the city either cut...
Effort To Remove the Marvin Nichols Reservoir Project From State Water Plan Dies in House
An attempt to revive legislation aimed at stopping the Marvin Nichols Reservoir project failed in the House on Tuesday. The proposed reservoir would deliver drinking water to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex but would require the use of eminent domain to acquire nearly...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Hitting The Campaign TRAIL!
Fresh off of his acquittal on all impeachment charges by the Texas Senate last month, Attorney General Ken Paxton is setting his sights on the upcoming primary election, endorsing a slate of challengers to Republican House members. In addition to endorsing candidates, Paxton also says he will be touring the state in support of these challengers to incumbents he says are “some of the most liberal Republican politicians in the nation.” Read the full story here
8.21.2024: Whistleblower fired!
Parker County GOP Debunks Immigrant Voter Registration Claim… Whistleblower Fired After Exposing Medicaid...
8/20/24 Parents Sue ‘Perv’ High School Coach
-Parent Sues Perryton ISD and ‘Perv’ Coach Accused of Sex Crimes Against 15-year-old Student
-New Austin City Budget Will Pay For Out-of-State Abortions With Taxpayer Dollars
-Parker County GOP Debunks Immigrant Voter Registration Claim
DEI Taught at Texas A&M University
A university once thought to be Texas’ most conservative is indoctrinating students with certificates in Social Justice Leadership.
The Trump Media Strategy AND Et Tu Fox News?
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Caroline Sunshine is the deputy director of communications for the Trump campaign.
Overview Of Texas Legislative Session 2025, Part One
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Brandon Waltens is a Senior Editor at Texas Scorecard. He is the host of the...
Joe Biden Is, Was & Remains Mentally & Physically Unqualified
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: U.S. Attorney for Washington D.C. Ed Martin took office January 20th, taking...
What’s Going on In ISDs Across the State?
Whether you're involved in your local school district or not, your money is. Be aware of what's going on.
5.29.2025: Patrick pushes pot ban.
Patrick Says THC Ban Is a Fight To Save a Generation… Illegal Aliens Tied to Deadly Memorial Day Jet Ski...