After weeks of speculation, state Rep. James Talarico (D) has finally announced his bid for the Texas senate, and his platform includes going after billionaires. READ MORE.
Tarrant County GOP Chair Bo French: "Dear @realDonaldTrump, I don't get why you are focused on cities in blue states. Please consider rolling the Nat Guard into red state cities, since red states voted for you. Help MAGA first, then when you empty those of illegals and criminals, you can go help the communists."
State Rep. James Talarico: "I'm running for the U.S. Senate. Billionaires have taken over Texas and taken over America -- but together, we can take power back for working people."
Rep. Brandon Gill: "The Biden Administration used discretionary work permits as backdoor amnesty. Today I introduced the Domestic Jobs Protection Act to ensure DACA-style schemes can never again be revived absent the authority of Congress."
Senator Ted Cruz: "Heidi and I are lifting up in prayer the two Lubbock County Sheriff's deputies struck while aiding a motorist near 1-27. As first responders, their service and sacrifice don't go unnoticed, and we wish them a speedy recovery."
Talarico Announces Senate Bid, Vows to go After Billionaires — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — After weeks of speculation, state Rep. James Talarico (D) has finally announced his bid for the Texas senate, and his platform includes going after billionaires.
Cornyn Reportedly Closing Senate Race Gap — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — After weeks of struggling in the polls, incumbent Senator John Cornyn (R) appears to have closed the gap in his primary race against Attorney General Ken Paxton (R)… somewhat.
Cornyn Backs Bills Ending Cashless Bail and Curbing Violent Crime — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) has cosponsored two bills aimed at suppressing violent crime by ending cashless bail policies. The Ending Cashless Bail in Our Nation's Capital Act and Keeping Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act seek to prevent the release of violent offenders without bail and restore stricter pre-trial detention standards.
Ted Cruz Highlights Strategic Importance of Panama Canal — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — U.S. Senator Cruz (R) recently traveled to Panama to emphasize the Panama Canal's vital role in U.S national and economic security.
Elon Musk Expands SpaceX Operations in Central Texas — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Elon Musk has further solidified his presence in Central Texas, as SpaceX is set to expand its operations approximately 30 miles outside of Austin. Central Texas is home to multiple of Musk's companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, X, and the Boring Company.
Talarico Announces Senate Bid, Vows to go After Billionaires — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina
Thrilling South Texas Showdown rodeo barrels into Uvalde in October — By Luke Applewhite for CultureMap San Antonio
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