With five Texas Republicans announcing retirement from Congress, a narrative has formed that it's due to Democrat ascendancy. The real story may be more complicated.
After the recent mass shootings, state and federal Democrats are openly embracing gun control measures as Republicans look for alternative proposals to prevent future atrocities.
Both Texas senators declare support for Rep. John Ratcliffe's nomination for Director of National Intelligence as opponents work to thwart the effort early.
A proposed amendment by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) to rename the bill “Kick the Can Down The Road, and for Other Purposes” failed with a vote 384-47.
The 23rd congressional district of Texas is one of the most competitive in the nation. It looks to remain so going into the 2020 election.
