State & Local

Texas Voters Head to the Polls for Special Elections and 17 Constitutional Amendments

Texans are voting today in an off-year election that features two closely watched special elections and a sweeping slate of…

9 months ago

James Talarico Named One of '25 Young(ish) New Democrats to Watch'

As the Texas Democratic Primary for the Senate intensifies, New York Magazine has crowned state Rep. James Talarico (D) one…

9 months ago

Texans Show Economic Anxiety and Political Discontent in New Poll

A new University of Texas/Texas Politics Project poll indicates that Texas voters are feeling uneasy about the economy and the…

9 months ago

John Cornyn Announces Over $3 Million in Federal Grants to Enhance School Safety Across Texas

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) announced that multiple Texas school districts have been awarded more than $3 million in federal…

9 months ago

Chip Roy Urges Inclusion of Local Voices in Texas Flood Investigation

U.S. Representative Chip Roy (R) is calling on state officials and legislators appointed to the Texas Senate Select Committee on…

9 months ago

August Pfluger Opposes Potential Beef Imports from Argentina

U.S. Representative August Pfluger (R) issued a statement voicing strong opposition to potential beef imports from Argentina, emphasizing his commitment…

9 months ago

James Talarico Wins State Tejano Democrats' Straw Poll

The State Tejano Democrats, Texas’ largest Hispanic Democratic organization, has thrown its support behind state Rep. James Talarico (D) in…

9 months ago

John Cornyn, Ted Cruz seek Applications for Federal Judicial Vacancies

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R) and Ted Cruz (R) have announced that they are beginning to accept applications to fill…

9 months ago

Tony Gonzales Planning Another 'SUCCESSFUL' Re-Election Bid

Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales (R) is facing a whirlwind as he navigates the upcoming 2026 midterm election and the mystery…

9 months ago

Ted Cruz, John Cornyn Introduce Bill to Strengthen Vetting of Unaccompanied Minors

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R) and John Cornyn (R) have introduced the Kayla Hamilton Act. The legislation would require the…

9 months ago