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No Work, No Pay: The Debate Over Congressional Salaries During Government Shutdown

As the federal government officially shuts down, many Americans are asking: Should members of Congress still get paid while everyday…

3 days ago

Ted Cruz Requests Pay Withheld During Government Shutdown

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has announced that he will forgo his paycheck until the Government shutdown is resolved. In a…

3 days ago

Eric Flores' Praise for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Could Hurt him in 2026

Because the White House is laser-focused on retaining the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, some competitive and…

4 days ago

Texas Lawmakers React to Government Shutdown Amid Partisan Divide

Texas lawmakers have responded to the federal government officially shutting down, following the failure of both Republican and Democratic funding…

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John Cornyn Blames Democrats for ICE Facility Shooting

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) addressed the recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Facility shooting that occurred in Dallas, Texas,…

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Pro-Trump, MAGA Republican Mayra Flores and Former Democrat, Biden DOJ Attorney Eric Flores, Face off in Texas House Race

With Republicans holding a razor-thin majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, the White House is focusing on retaining seats…

2 weeks ago

Pete Sessions Says Political Congressional Divide Reflects Broader Problem

WASHINGTON- U.S. Representative Pete Sessions (R) says the sharp partisan divide in Congress is a reflection of broader divisions across…

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Jasmine Crockett Blasts FBI Director Kash Patel Over Leadership

During a House Oversight Committee hearing, Representative Jasmine Crockett (D) strongly criticized FBI Director Kash Patel, questioning both his qualifications…

2 weeks ago

LONESTAR — 9.16.2025 — Dan Patrick Slams Greg Abbott's THC Executive Order — Michael McCaul Not Running For Reelection — and More...

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Criticizes Greg Abbott's THC Executive Order Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick (R) issued a statement criticizing Governor…

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LONESTAR — 9.10.2025 — James Talarico Announces Senate Bid — Cornyn Closes in on Paxton in the Polls — and More...

After weeks of speculation, state Rep. James Talarico (D) has finally announced his bid for the Texas senate, and his…

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