Mid-decade redistricting begins July 21 to fix districts the DOJ flagged as unconstitutional racial gerrymanders.
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Will Democrats Walk Out Again? Special Session Agenda Revives Quorum-Busting Talk
There were virtually no consequences when Democrats fled in 2021.
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.
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.
Special Session Agenda Released: Abbott Targets Property Taxes, Redistricting, Abortion Drugs, and More
The special session is set to begin at noon on July 21.
Wave of Retirements and Campaign Launches Reshape Texas Senate
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is already endorsing some candidates seeking to enter the Texas Senate.
Texas Joins 6 Other States in Banning Lab-Grown Meat
Liberal billionaire Bill Gates has been a strong proponent of both lab-grown and plant-based “meat,” calling it the future for wealthy countries.
Texas Republicans Urge Abbott To Add Redistricting to Special Session
Redrawing congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections could help the GOP maintain a majority in the U.S. House and continue Trump’s America First agenda.
Joan Huffman Launches Campaign for Texas Attorney General
Huffman joins a field that already includes State Sen. Mayes Middleton and former U.S. Department of Justice official Aaron Reitz.
Abbott Backs Kelly Hancock as He Steps Into Comptroller Office
Current Comptroller Glenn Hegar will be leaving to take over as chancellor of Texas A&M next month.