Abbott Proposes Spending Caps to Lower Texas Property Taxes
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is pushing to cap city and county spending increases to curb property taxes, tying budgets to population growth and inflation.
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Hakeem Jeffries to Meet Texas Democrats Amid Redistricting Battle
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries will meet privately with Texas lawmakers to strategize against GOP-led redistricting efforts during a special legislative session.
Ted Cruz Files Bill to Target Activist Groups with Anti-Organized Crime Laws
Cruz introduced a bill that adds "rioting" to the list of activities prohibited by that falls within the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, targeting activist groups that fund and organize protests.
Trump Moves to End 'Climate Change Religion' in Win for Texas Oil
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said the agency would release a proposal eliminating a finding that climate change posed a public health threat, which could undo years of emissions regulations.
Texas Republicans Propose Redistricting Map Combining Lubbock and San Antonio
Breaking from tradition, the Texas Legislature is being asked to redraw congressional boundaries ahead of next year’s midterm elections.
Texas AG Candidates to Vote on Bill Expanding Office’s Election Prosecution Power
Three state senators running for Texas attorney general will vote on a bill expanding the office’s power to prosecute election crimes, a move legal experts say is permissible under state law.
'Unconstitutional Death Row': Rep. Casar Decries Arrests at San Antonio Immigration Court
SAN ANTONIO — Carlos Morales Almario’s court hearing ended almost as soon as it started. Minutes after the Venezuelan immigrant took a seat, his case was dismissed, and he was arrested by federal agents waiting outside.
Constable George Morales announces bid for Precinct 4 commissioner
Travis County Constable George Morales announces his run for Precinct 4 commissioner after Margaret Gómez’s retirement plans.
Texas Billionaire Daniel Lubetzky's Builders Movement Aims to Bridge Political Divides
The Builders Movement, founded by Texas billionaire Daniel Lubetzky, aims to bridge political divides with support from figures like Karl Rove and Mark Cuban, and plans to issue scorecards for Texas officeholders.
Texas Democrats May Pin Hopes on Fresh Faces Like James Talarico in 2026
Texas Republicans are set to field familiar faces for the 2026 statewide ballot, while Democrats may turn to younger, emerging leaders like James Talarico.
FEMA Criticized for 24-Hour Delay in Texas Flood Response
FEMA faces criticism for a 24-hour delay in deploying search and rescue teams to Texas floods, as lawmakers and experts question the agency's preparedness and response protocols.
Charges Dropped Against Houston Candidate Arrested at Redistricting Protest
Charges were dropped against Houston congressional candidate Isaiah Martin, who was arrested for protesting GOP-led redistricting efforts at a Texas House committee hearing.
Houston Congressional Candidate Jailed After Protesting Redistricting Hearing
Houston congressional candidate Isaiah Martin remains jailed in Austin on misdemeanor charges after protesting at a Texas redistricting hearing, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
North Texas Republican admits affair, denies funding abortions
State Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, a Southlake Republican, admitted to an affair but denied funding abortions after allegations surfaced in a conservative website report.
Trump Pushes Texas Redistricting to Aid GOP in Congress
Gov. Greg Abbott put redistricting on the special session agenda. Texas Democrats are trying to fight the effort that could limit their clout in Congress.
Texas Democrats Seek Allies in Redistricting Fight
Texas House Democrats meet with Govs. Newsom and Pritzker to discuss countering GOP redistricting efforts in Texas.
Texas Bill Aims to Shield Police Misconduct Files from Public
Texas lawmakers are considering a bill that would shield certain law enforcement misconduct files from public view, with supporters arguing it protects cleared officers and critics warning it could hide patterns of abuse.
Beto O'Rourke urges Democratic states to counter GOP redistricting efforts
The former candidate for Senate and for Texas governor says Democratic governors in other states should redraw their congressional boundaries.
Texas GOP Starts Redistricting Hearings Amid Democratic Backlash
Texas Republicans begin redistricting hearings without proposed maps, as Democrats criticize the process as politically motivated.
Texas lawmakers condemn river authority for neglecting flood warning upgrades
Texas lawmakers criticized Kerr County’s river authority for prioritizing property tax cuts over upgrading its flood warning system, following a Houston Chronicle investigation.