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Texas A&M’s Bush School Continues To Push DEI Statements
Is A&M creatively skirting state law?
Former Texas National Guardsman Convicted of Smuggling Aliens
Mario Sandoval now faces up to 10 years in federal prison.
Lawmakers Sign New Pledge To Ban Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
The issue is one of the governor’s special session items.
Three Republicans Vie for GOP Nomination for Texas Comptroller
Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick, acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, and former State Sen. Don Huffines are seeking the 2026 Republican nomination for comptroller.
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Giovanni Capriglione Faces Allegations of Long-Term Affair, Abortion Payments
Following a sudden announcement that he would not seek re-election, State Rep. Giovanni Capriglione is now facing explosive allegations of a long-term extramarital affair, paying for abortions, and expressing disturbing sexual fantasies. Capriglione, however, is...
Who’s Running for Agriculture Commissioner? The 2026 GOP Showdown
The Texas agriculture commissioner is among the state’s most influential executive offices, overseeing Texas’ $100 billion agricultural economy. With the 2026 elections on the horizon, the March GOP primary will shape the future of agricultural development in Texas....
Lawmakers Eye $13B in Federal Funds for Property Tax Cuts
With the Texas Legislature currently meeting for a 30-day special session, some lawmakers are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to use a new influx of federal dollars to provide immediate property tax relief to Texans. State Rep. Helen Kerwin (R–Glen Rose) filed House...
Jared Patterson Accused of Recruiting Primary Challengers to Fellow Republicans
State Rep. Jared Patterson is facing criticism after allegedly attempting to recruit primary challengers to fellow Republican lawmakers, despite previously supporting efforts to punish others for similar behavior. Wise County Sheriff Cary Mellema confirmed to Texas...
Despite Local Pleas, Southwest Texas Judge Hasn’t Removed Scandal-Plagued Auditor
Kinney County commissioners have called for the removal of Auditor Cheryll Jones following allegations of mismanagement and misconduct. This isn’t the first controversy Jones has faced as a county official, and her appointment—handled in part by her partner, who...
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban Advances in Texas Senate
Legislation to ban taxpayer-funded lobbying is once again gaining momentum in the Texas Senate, as the special session in Austin begins. Senate Bill 12 by State Sen. Mayes Middleton was approved unanimously by the Senate State Affairs Committee on a 10-0 vote and is...
Restoration of the Alamo
Over the last decade, the Alamo has undergone vast redevelopment backed by over $550 million in investments. “As Land Commissioner, I am charged with protecting and preserving our Shrine of Texas Liberty: the Alamo. I am proud to share, for the first time ever, we...
Texas Lawmakers Tackle Growing Threat to Cattle and Hunting Industries From Flesh-Eating Parasite
With Texas agriculture officials warning of the dire threat posed by a flesh-eating parasite advancing toward the U.S.-Mexico border, state lawmakers are considering how to confront the looming reemergence of the New World screwworm—an invasive pest experts say could...
Republicans Campaign for Texas Attorney General
With current Attorney General Ken Paxton running for U.S. Senate, an open race has formed in the Republican primary to fill the position. State Sen. Mayes Middleton, former Department of Justice official Aaron Reitz, and State Sen. Joan Huffman have announced their...