Raeylee Barefield

Raeylee Barefield is a Legislative Correspondent based in Austin, Texas, specializing in state government and public policy. With one year of reporting under her belt, she covers legislative developments, committee hearings, and policy debates. She has been cited by Texas Politics and Big Energy for her coverage and analysis of legislative and regulatory issues. Her reporting typically focuses on Public policy, Stare government, environmental policy, and energy regulation. To contact her, please reach out at Raeylee@dnm.news

Texas Legation Memorial Takes Shape in Washington, Honoring Diplomats Who Secured Statehood

A piece of Texas history is taking root in the nation's capital. U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D), Interior Assistant Secretary…

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Ferrovial Lands $538M Fort Worth Wastewater Project, Its largest U.S. Water Contract

Global infrastructure company Ferrovial has secured a $537.9 million contract to build the Mary's Creek Water Reclamation Facility in Fort…

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Ken Paxton's Coal Lawsuit Hits Political Roadblock After Texas GOP Wipeout

Ken Paxton's (R) coal antitrust crusade could be headed for the exit as Democrats take control of Texas statewide offices,…

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CITGO Invests $686,000 in STEM Education Programs Across Texas, Louisiana and Illinois

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is investing approximately $686,000 in 24 STEM education initiatives across Texas, Louisiana, and Illinois, funding classroom programs,…

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Brian Harrison Urges Abbott to Restrict Emergency Powers Before Hinojosa Takes Office

Texas Representative Brian Harrison (R) is demanding that Gov. Greg Abbott (R) call an immediate special legislative session to restrict…

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Ted Cruz Urges Republicans to Rebuild After 'Blue Tsunami'

Senator Ted Cruz (R) is sounding the alarm after Democrats swept the 2026 midterm elections, calling the results a "blue…

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Jon Rosenthal Wins Texas Railroad Commission Race, Heads for Energy's Hot Seat

Texas has a new energy regulator. Jon Rosenthal (D) defeated Bo French (R) Tuesday night to become Texas' new railroad…

3 days ago

Nathan Johnson Wins Texas Attorney General Race as Paxton's Era Ends

Texas has chosen its next attorney general. Nathan Johnson (D) defeated Mayes Middleton (R) Tuesday night, winning the race to…

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Chip Roy Seeks DOJ Probe Into Decision Not to Prosecute Afghan National

U.S. Representatives Chip Roy (R) and Josh Brecheen (R-OK) are asking the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate whistleblower allegations…

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Gina Hinojosa and Vikki Goodwin Claim Statewide Victories

Texas voters have chosen the state's next leadership team in a historic gubernatorial race. Gina Hinojosa (D) defeated Incumbent Greg…

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