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Hood County Judge Accused of Election Interference
Mitchell Bend resident Cheryl Shadden claims Hood County Judge Ron Massingill unlawfully invalidated an incorporation election at the request of a bitcoin company.
Court of Criminal Appeals Reins in Texas Ethics Commission’s Prosecution Power
Texas’ Court of Criminal Appeals decided on Wednesday that the Texas Ethics Commission is a part of the...
Senate Committee Advances House Republicans’ Redistricting Map
Hours after the Texas House passed a Republican congressional redistricting plan, senators voted to advance...
Trump Declares ‘Complete and Total Endorsement’ of Dustin Burrows
President Donald Trump gave an effusive endorsement of Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Thursday, praising his leadership and declaring him a “True Warrior for Republicans.” “Dustin Burrows is a True Warrior for Republicans, and is doing a fantastic job as...
UT Regents Create ‘Interim Policy’ on Faculty Advisory Boards
AUSTIN—University of Texas System regents announced an interim policy for faculty advisory bodies. The temporary arrangement will grant individual campus presidents the option to seek faculty input as the board develops a long-term, systemwide approach. The new policy...
Court of Criminal Appeals Reins in Texas Ethics Commission’s Prosecution Power
The Court found the commission lacks exclusive authority over election crimes.
Senate Committee Advances House Republicans’ Redistricting Map
The Texas Senate’s Congressional Redistricting Committee voted on party lines to advance the House-approved plan.
Trump Declares ‘Complete and Total Endorsement’ of Dustin Burrows
The President credited Burrows with passing redistricting, as well as his work on a number of GOP issues.
UT Regents Create ‘Interim Policy’ on Faculty Advisory Boards
The regents also extended the athletic director’s contract and held tuition steady.
Dade Phelan Calls It Quits One Session After Speakership Collapse
The former speaker of the House will not be seeking re-election.
Texas Democrat Slams Megadonors, Cashes Check From Casino Billionaire
James Talarico’s largest donation in 2024 came from Texas Sands, run by billionaire Miriam Adelson.
Texas Lottery Winner Finally Receives Jackpot After Lawsuit
The $83.5 million jackpot was withheld due to an ongoing investigation into online ticket reseller services.
Chip Roy Joins Race for Texas Attorney General
Roy said he’s running to “carry on [Texas’] legacy—unafraid to fight, unafraid to win, and unafraid to defend Texas at every turn.”
Hood County Judge Accused of Election Interference
Mitchell Bend resident Cheryl Shadden claims Hood County Judge Ron Massingill unlawfully invalidated an incorporation election at the request of a bitcoin company.
Court of Criminal Appeals Reins in Texas Ethics Commission’s Prosecution Power
Texas’ Court of Criminal Appeals decided on Wednesday that the Texas Ethics Commission is a part of the...
Senate Committee Advances House Republicans’ Redistricting Map
Hours after the Texas House passed a Republican congressional redistricting plan, senators voted to advance...
Trump Declares ‘Complete and Total Endorsement’ of Dustin Burrows
President Donald Trump gave an effusive endorsement of Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Thursday, praising his leadership and declaring him a “True Warrior for Republicans.” “Dustin Burrows is a True Warrior for Republicans, and is doing a fantastic job as...
UT Regents Create ‘Interim Policy’ on Faculty Advisory Boards
AUSTIN—University of Texas System regents announced an interim policy for faculty advisory bodies. The temporary arrangement will grant individual campus presidents the option to seek faculty input as the board develops a long-term, systemwide approach. The new policy...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
A Tip Line To Track Down Missing Democrat Lawmakers
As the Democrat quorum break in the Texas House continues, the Department of Public Safety is ramping up the effort to compel absent lawmakers back to the Capitol—calling the public to help.
The Economy Is Poised To Take Off, If The Fed Gets Out Of The Way
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Stephen Moore is a prominent free-market economist and a distinguished...
8.19.2025: DEMs return.
House Regains Quorum as Democrats Return From Walkout… Texas A.G. Investigates AI Chatbot Companies… Harris...
8/18/25 Texas Democrats Return
- Texas House Regains Quorum as Democrats Return From Walkout - Pro-Late Term Abortion Organization Gave...
The Show Behind The Show, Male NFL Cheerleaders Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Chris and Sean talk about Sean's new drone training, and an illegal alien who...
Obamagate, The Russia Collusion Hoax Grand Conspiracy
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: K.T. McFarland, a former deputy national security adviser to President Donald...
Are Tax-Funded Stadiums Providing the Benefits They Promised?
Billions are spent on stadiums and arenas with the promise of increased economic return. Are taxpayers...
8.21.2025: House passes the maps.
Texas House Passes Congressional Map Growing GOP Advantage… Abbott Adds Quorum-Break Punishments to Special...
Texas Teachers Ripping Up 10 Commandments
Redistricting maps are passing today, censure continues to be an important discussion in the Texas GOP, and...