FederalTwo Texas Democrats Oppose D.C. Law Allowing Noncitizens to Vote in Local Elections
Matt StringerFebruary 13, 2023
All but two of Texas’ congressional Democrats opposed blocking a D.C. law that allows noncitizens to vote.
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Elections 2022FederalImmigration & BorderIssuesMayorkas Blasts ‘Open Border’ Talking Point by Republicans: ‘Music to the Smugglers’ Ears’
Hayden SparksOctober 21, 2022
Republicans contend President Biden has fueled a perception abroad that border security is not a priority of his administration.
EnergyFederalHealthcareTaxes & SpendingBiden Signs Inflation Reduction Act, Texas Legislators Respond
Rob LauciusAugust 17, 2022
Republicans claim the new law will increase, not reduce, inflation, as well as make the IRS more intrusive in Americans' lives.
FederalIssuesTradeTexas Officials Call for Support to Ukraine, Pressure on Russia After Putin Launches War
Daniel FriendFebruary 24, 2022
Texas officials have condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine, calling for actions to be taken against Putin’s regime.
JudicialTransportationTexas Supreme Court Denies Appeal by Texas Landowners, Leaves Texas Central with Eminent Domain Authority
Kim RobertsJune 21, 2021
The Texas Supreme Court denied an appeal by Texas landowners challenging the eminent domain authority of the Texas Central high-speed rail project between Dallas and Houston.
Elections 2020FederalTexas Members in Competitive Congressional Seats Get Fundraising Boost in First Quarter
Daniel FriendApril 19, 2021
The latest federal campaign finance reports show that Ted Cruz and Dan Crenshaw raised the most out of Republicans, while Lizzie Fletcher and Colin Allred were the highest-raising Democrats.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Budget Committee Questions Paxton, NRCC Targets 5 Democrats for 2022 Midterm, Abbott Spokesman to Leave Post
Brad JohnsonFebruary 12, 2021
This week — here's a look at Texas politics during the first week of Senate budget hearings.
FederalWays and Means, Appropriations, Foreign Affairs: A List of the Texas Congressional Delegation’s Committee Assignments
Daniel FriendFebruary 9, 2021
Here’s a list of all committee assignments for the members of Congress from Texas.
Elections 2020FederalTexas Republicans Remained Divided on Electoral College Certification
Daniel FriendJanuary 7, 2021
Congress certified the electoral college votes on Thursday morning, with Texas members remaining consistent with their positions before yesterday’s events.
Elections 2020FederalColin Allred Wins Reelection, Defeating Republican Challenger Genevieve Collins
Hayden SparksNovember 4, 2020
Colin Allred defeated GOP challenger Genevieve Collins with 52 percent of the vote against Collins’ 46 percent.
The presidential contest, congressional races, and state legislative campaigns — here are The Texan's top 10 things to watch for on Election Night.
Battleground 2020Elections 2020EnergyBiden’s Energy Plan: Here’s Where Texas Congressional Candidates Stand On Phasing Out Oil and Gas
Brad JohnsonOctober 27, 2020
The Texan asked candidates in the most competitive Texas federal races to state their position on Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden's plan to transition away from the oil and gas industry.