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Gov. Greg Abbott Pushes Bail Reform Constitutional Amendment
Abbott spoke at a roundtable with Houston Crime Stoppers and the families of victims murdered by criminals who were out on bond.

Shocking New Report Reveals ‘State Sponsored Child Abuse’ Within Texas School System
A shocking new report reveals a pattern of what the researchers call “state-sponsored child abuse” within...

Harris County District Attorney Seeks Death Penalty for Accused Murderers of Jocelyn Nungaray
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has announced that she is seeking the death penalty for the two...
Attorney General Paxton Sues New York Doctor for Providing Abortion Pills to Texans
Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued a New York doctor for giving abortion pills to Texas residents despite not being a licensed Texas physician. Dr. Margaret Carpenter is a medical professional in New York who allegedly provided an abortion pill to a resident of...

Analysis: Dustin Burrows Headed Toward ‘Most Reviled Republican in Texas’ Status
It usually takes a minute for sell-out Republicans to be hated by a critical mass of Texans. If he hasn’t already, State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) will soon achieve that distinction and become so noxious he’ll imperil colleagues in the process. When I wrote a...

Harris County Sues Trump Administration Over Federal Workforce Cuts
The lawsuit marks the latest effort by Harris County Democrats to block the Trump administration’s agenda.

Central Texas Teacher, Coach Arrested for Sex With Student
Lily Janek taught at Mullin ISD in Brownwood.

Dr. Mary Talley Bowden’s Social Media Use Under Scrutiny in Hearing
The Texas Medical Board highlighted Dr. Bowden’s use of social media in a hearing before state administrative law judges.

Texas Lottery Commissioners Finalize Ban on Ticket Resellers
The move comes amid pressure from lawmakers to take action on ticket resellers and address connections to suspicious jackpot winnings.

Collin County Lawmaker Addresses EPIC City Development Scheme
State Rep. Candy Noble’s bill would protect home buyers from “creative” ownership arrangements and remove some fair housing religious exemptions.

Republican Lawmakers Challenge Speaker Burrows Over Stalled Party Priorities
State Reps. Andy Hopper and Brent Money attempted to force votes on E-Verify and a taxpayer-funded lobbying ban, but were shut down by Speaker Dustin Burrows.

TAMU President Promotes DEI-Defending Academic to Lead Civics Initiative
Civic program becoming another example of the controversial “shared governance” philosophy.

Analysis: Dan Patrick Is Ahead of the Curve, Again
Culture is changing, and Patrick is on the vanguard.

Gov. Greg Abbott Pushes Bail Reform Constitutional Amendment
Abbott spoke at a roundtable with Houston Crime Stoppers and the families of victims murdered by criminals who were out on bond.

Shocking New Report Reveals ‘State Sponsored Child Abuse’ Within Texas School System
A shocking new report reveals a pattern of what the researchers call “state-sponsored child abuse” within...

Harris County District Attorney Seeks Death Penalty for Accused Murderers of Jocelyn Nungaray
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has announced that she is seeking the death penalty for the two...
Attorney General Paxton Sues New York Doctor for Providing Abortion Pills to Texans
Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued a New York doctor for giving abortion pills to Texas residents despite not being a licensed Texas physician. Dr. Margaret Carpenter is a medical professional in New York who allegedly provided an abortion pill to a resident of...

Analysis: Dustin Burrows Headed Toward ‘Most Reviled Republican in Texas’ Status
It usually takes a minute for sell-out Republicans to be hated by a critical mass of Texans. If he hasn’t already, State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) will soon achieve that distinction and become so noxious he’ll imperil colleagues in the process. When I wrote a...
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Sunset Bills Being Considered in House, Patrick’s Priorities Moving
There are 48 days remaining in the Texas Legislature.

Chip Roy: Fighting to Change the System
Chip Roy is someone I respect tremendously. I was proud to work tirelessly on a personal level to ensure Chip was re-elected in 2020.

Emergency Powers
Emergency Powers Reform Set to be Heard by Senate: 49 Days Remaining

Whose Priorities are Moving?
This week Brandon is joined by Texas Scorecard’s Capitol Correspondent Jeramy Kitchen as they discuss what has been happening in the Texas Legislature.

12/30/24 Is School Choice on the Horizon?
- School Choice Plans May Gain Energy in 2025 - Grassroots Republican Insurgents Knocked Off Incumbents in...

12.30.2024: Can Texas relax at the border?
2024 Marked by Turmoil at the Border… Election Security Advocates Want More Action in 2025… Abbott Urged to...

12/27/24 2024 on the Border
- A Year of Turmoil For Texas’ Border - Election Security Advocates Want Improvements to Texas’ Election...

Don’t Forget What The America-Last Congress Tried With The Cromnibus
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman Bob Good represents the 5th congressional district in the...