State SenateTexas Senators Hold Drawing for Short Two-Year Terms In Wake of Redistricting
Matt StringerJanuary 12, 2023
Senators drew lots to determine which members would run for re-election in two years.
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The Back MicThe Back Mic: Phelan Hits Back on Democratic Chairs, Texas Election Source to Shutter, 4-Seat Gain Projected in 2030 Population Analysis
Brad JohnsonDecember 30, 2022
This week — Speaker Dade Phelan responds to critics of Democratic committee chair appointments, an election resource will close its doors, and a 2030 redistricting estimate shows congressional gains for Texas.
Elections 2022Ongoing Redistricting Lawsuit Partially Closed by Texas Supreme Court, ‘County Line Rule’ Challenge May Proceed
Brad JohnsonJune 28, 2022
The ruling marks an endpoint for a portion of the lawsuit, but remands another portion back to a lower court for further review.
Elections 2022Local NewsOnly Half of Austin Council’s Redrawn Districts on November Ballot After Texas Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit
Brad JohnsonJune 28, 2022
The lawsuit objected to only half of the redrawn council districts appearing before voters this November.
87th LegislatureElections 2022IssuesDemocratic Sen. Beverly Powell Suspends Re-Election Campaign in ‘Unwinnable Race’
Hayden SparksApril 6, 2022
State Rep. Phil King, who won the Republican nomination for Powell’s seat, is set to be the district’s next senator.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: SCOTUS Nomination Hearings, O’Rourke’s Campaign Contradictions, New Polling of Hispanic Texans
Daniel FriendMarch 25, 2022
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Tarrant County Redistricting Fallout Continues, Rinaldi Announces Re-Election, New Senate Committee Chair Named
Brad JohnsonMarch 25, 2022
This week — Tarrant County legislators spar over redistricting, the Texas GOP chairman announces his re-election bid, and Sen. Brandon Creighton is appointed to chair another committee.
87th LegislatureElections 2022JudicialState HouseSouth Texas House Boundary Debate Previewed at State Supreme Court Hearing
Daniel FriendMarch 24, 2022
Though unlikely to change the maps mid-election, the Texas Supreme Court heard arguments in a redistricting case this week.
Elections 2022Local NewsLocal Election Timing, Fundraising Rules at Stake in Two Austin Lawsuits
Brad JohnsonMarch 24, 2022
One lawsuit centers on whether every Austin City Council district or only half must be on the November ballot after redistricting.
JudicialState HouseState SenateStatewide NewsState Agrees Redistricting Must Be Considered Again by Texas Lawmakers in 2023
Daniel FriendMarch 18, 2022
In an ongoing redistricting lawsuit, both the state and opponents of the new legislative maps say redistricting must be considered again in 2023.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Seliger Retracts Redistricting Claim, O’Rourke Backs Off Gun Confiscation, Local Official’s Brake Lines Cut
Brad JohnsonFebruary 11, 2022
This week — a GOP senator changes his tune on redistricting, Beto O’Rourke shies away from his position on gun confiscation, and a local candidate says his brake lines were cut while campaigning.
Elections 2022JudicialState SenateRepublican Senator Says Dan Patrick Spurred Trump Endorsement of GOP Opponent
Daniel FriendJanuary 28, 2022
In a deposition, Seliger expounded on his opposition to the new Senate map, underscoring the tensions between him and the lieutenant governor.