In recent months, Texas Republican senator Ted Cruz has risen to prominence as one of the most vocal Trump loyalists. Immediately following the election, he attacked Philadelphia officials for election malpractice. In December, he was prepared to argue the Texas […]
On Wednesday, the Texas GOP announced its eight legislative priorities for the 2021 Legislative Session. Texas Republicans began the session two months after resounding November electoral victories which solidified their majority in the state House. Chairman Allen West detailed plans […]
Yesterday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (TX-R) issued civil investigative demands to five leading tech companies asking for their content moderation practices and policies. Following the U.S. Capitol riots, tech giants Google, Amazon and Apple banned the social media application Parler from […]
During the 116th Congress, Texas Republican Senator John Cornyn ranked first among Members of Congress for sponsoring the most bills that were enacted into law. According to GovTrack, Cornyn sponsored 20 successful bills during the 116th Congress which commenced January […]
Yesterday, the House of Representatives voted for President Trump’s impeachment. While most Republicans were not in favor of the action, many offered criticism of President Trump for his comments before and after the Capitol riots. Among Republicans who launched vocal […]
As the Democratic-controlled House votes on impeaching President Donald Trump for urging his supporters to march on the U.S. Capitol last week, Texas lawmakers split along party lines. “After yesterday’s failed coup attempt, it is clear that our fragile democracy […]
Ahead of impeachment proceedings, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi listed Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-D) in the team of House impeachment managers who would prosecute the case against President Trump in the Senate. The impeachment measure charges the president with incitement of […]
Yesterday, the U.S. House called on Vice President Mike Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment in order to remove President Donald Trump from office. Supported by Texas Democrats, the vote was passed 223-205. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) introduced the resolution […]
The 87th Texas Legislative Session commences today at the Texas State Capitol in Austin amid safety concerns over the pandemic and violence at the U.S. Capitol last week. As cases continue to surge, safety measures have been instituted to facilitate […]
Following the violent storming of the US Capitol on Wednesday, the 127 Republican lawmakers who persisted in their objections to president-elect Joe Biden’s electoral victory face backlash from donors, constituents and GOP colleagues. Sen. Ted Cruz is a notable member […]
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