FederalIssuesTexas Attorney Trey Trainor Confirmed to Federal Election Commission by Senate
Daniel FriendMay 19, 2020
The confirmation of Trey Trainor, a Republican lawyer from Driftwood, establishes a quorum for the Federal Election Commission.
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FederalSenate Committee Advances Nomination of Texas Attorney Trey Trainor for the FEC
Daniel FriendMay 7, 2020
The Senate Rules Committee has voted to move forward on the FEC nomination of Trey Trainor, an attorney from Texas who was first nominated by President Trump in 2017.
FederalSenate Considers Trump Nomination of Trey Trainor to Establish FEC Quorum
Daniel FriendMarch 11, 2020
The Senate is considering the nomination of Trey Trainor, an attorney from Texas, to the FEC. The agency is currently without a quorum and unable to function fully.
Elections 2020FederalJoe Biden Notches Decisive South Carolina Victory Ahead of Super Tuesday
Brad JohnsonMarch 1, 2020
The South Carolina victory breathes new life into Biden's campaign ahead of Super Tuesday and the Texas primary.
Elections 2020FederalIssuesState HouseState SenateStatewide NewsThe Back MicThe Back Mic: A List of State Legislator Endorsements for Presidential Candidates
McKenzie TaylorFebruary 28, 2020
This week — here's a list of the state legislators who've thrown their support behind Democratic presidential candidates ahead of Super Tuesday.
Elections 2020FederalBernie Sanders, Pete Buttigieg Win Most Delegates in New Hampshire Democratic Presidential Primary
Daniel FriendFebruary 12, 2020
In the New Hampshire Democratic presidential primary yesterday, Bernie Sanders, Pete Buttigieg, and Amy Klobuchar all walked away with delegates ahead of Super Tuesday next month.
Elections 2020FederalIowa Caucus Chaos, Results Unclear After ‘Inconsistencies in Reporting’
Sarah McConnellFebruary 4, 2020
Dysfunction and chaos prevailed at Monday night's Iowa caucuses after "inconsistencies in reporting" ended the night without a clear cut winner.
Elections 2020FederalLast Democratic Debate Before Iowa Caucuses Highlights Foreign Policy, Divide Between Moderate and Progressive Candidates
Sarah McConnellJanuary 15, 2020
The seventh and final Democratic debate before the Iowa Caucuses occurred in Des Moines last night, highlighting the divides between the more moderate candidates and progressives.
Elections 2020EnergyFederalHealthcareIssuesTaxes & SpendingDemocrat Presidential Contenders Clash at Debate, Biden Says Would Sacrifice Hundreds of Thousands of Oil and Gas Jobs
Daniel FriendDecember 20, 2019
Democratic presidential contenders sparred in Los Angeles last night as former Vice President Joe Biden targeted one of Texas' top economic engines.
Elections 2020FederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderTaxes & SpendingTradeDemocratic Presidential Debate Highlights Impeachment Hearings, Far-Left Policies
Brad JohnsonNovember 21, 2019
Democratic presidential candidates congregated in Atlanta for the fifth debate of the primary. There are 74 days until the Iowa caucuses in early February.
Elections 2020FederalJulián Castro Fails to Meet the Requirements for Next Presidential Debate
Daniel FriendNovember 13, 2019
Barring a last-minute miracle, former San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro is not expected to participate in the Democratic presidential debate next week.
Elections 2020FederalGunsHealthcareStatewide NewsTaxes & SpendingWarren Emerges as Front-Runner in Fourth Democratic Debate, O’Rourke and Castro Fail to Stand Out
Sarah McConnellOctober 16, 2019
The fourth Democratic debate left little doubt of Elizabeth Warren's front-runner status as Texas candidates O'Rourke and Castro struggle to keep up.
Elections 2020HealthcareImmigration & BorderIssuesDemocratic Presidential Candidates Unite on Gun Control, Battle Over Healthcare in Houston Debate
Daniel FriendSeptember 13, 2019
Democrats took the stage in Houston last night for the third debate as candidates sparred over healthcare and immigration.
Elections 2020FederalIssuesJulián Castro Officially Qualifies for the September Presidential Debate
Brad JohnsonAugust 20, 2019
With the Iowa caucus less than six months away, Castro is running out of time to close the support gap and compete with the frontrunners.
EducationElections 2020FederalIssuesDemocratic Presidential Contenders Promise to Strengthen Unions, Expand Public Education
Holly HansenJuly 9, 2019
The candidates laid out their promises on expanding government in public education at a National Education Association event in Houston.
Elections 2020FederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderIssuesTaxes & SpendingDemocratic Presidential Contenders Sprint Hard Left in First Debate
Brad JohnsonJune 27, 2019
The first debate in a crowded field saw Democrats working hard to separate themselves from the pack and placate the party's growing progressive base.