Payton Anderson

Justice Department Puts $1.8 Billion Fund on Hold, Trump Says He’ll Drop it

The Justice Department has put President Donald Trump’s controversial $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund on hold as legal battles continue to…

5 months ago

Jodey Arrington Leads Another Crackdown on Safety-Net Fraud

As conversations around fraud in safety-net programs continue, members of the House of Representatives are seeking to advance legislation that…

5 months ago

Troy Nehls Goes After Buyers Driving Child Trafficking

Last week, Representative Troy Nehls (R-TX) introduced legislation aimed at strengthening federal efforts to combat the trafficking and sexual exploitation…

5 months ago

Trump Eyes Deal While Iran Hits Pause

As members of Congress return to Washington, D.C., this week, the tabled issue of ending the war in Iran remains…

5 months ago

Dilley Detention Center Draws Renewed Scrutiny From Democrats

Last week, Representatives Joaquin Castro (D-TX), Nanette Barragán (D-CA) and Greg Stanton (D-AZ) initiated another oversight visit to the Dilley…

5 months ago

DHS Funding Gets Final Approval From House of Representatives

The House of Representatives voted 214-212 to pass a bill sending $70 billion to the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS)…

5 months ago

New Bill Targets Data Centers to Track AI's Footprint

As AI-driven data centers expand across the country, members of Congress are seeking greater transparency regarding the impact on local…

5 months ago

Texas Democrats See Wins and Losses in Reshaped Runoff Races

Tuesday’s runoff primary elections left many voters with mixed feelings, with some celebrating a win and others mourning a loss…

5 months ago

‘You’re a Target Now’: Pat Fallon Seeks Oversight Chair Role to Tighten Security

With Capitol Hill buzzing over growing cyberthreats from China, Representative Pat Fallon (R-TX) says he wants to help members of…

5 months ago

Ken Paxton, James Talarico Trade Blistering Attacks After Runoff Victories

Following Tuesday’s primary runoff elections, the people of Texas have decided Attorney General Ken Paxton (R-TX) and State Representative James…

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