Trump's 68% Tax Hike Claim Debunked, Actual Increase Estimated at 7.5%
President Donald Trump claimed a 68% tax increase would occur if his "Big, Beautiful Bill" fails, but independent analyses project an average 7.5% rise.
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President Donald Trump claimed a 68% tax increase would occur if his "Big, Beautiful Bill" fails, but independent analyses project an average 7.5% rise.
By being named chief clerk, Hancock will act as comptroller until the November 2026 election.
By being named chief clerk, Hancock will act as comptroller until the November 2026 election.
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie announced her candidacy for Austin City Council's District 8 seat in the 2026 election, while incumbent Paige Ellis seeks a third term via petition.
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie on Wednesday announced she will run next year to represent District 8 on the Austin City Council.
Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz argued over foreign policy regarding the conflict with Iran and Israel on Tuesday.
Juneteenth was named a federal holiday by former President Joe Biden in 2021. President Trump cannot unilaterally end it, as only Congress has that authority.
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
The NAACP announced it will not invite President Donald Trump to its 2025 convention, marking the first time in its 116-year history a sitting president has been excluded.
Two Texas legislators have confirmed they were included in a list of 45 lawmakers targeted by the man accused of killing a former Minnesota House speaker and her husband Saturday.
U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro confirmed he was on a target list compiled by alleged assassin Vance Boelter, who killed a Minnesota state representative and wounded others before being arrested.
As Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, will U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt join the GOP primary race and gain traction?
Texas governors have long embraced swagger, from Rick Perry's "adios, mofo" moment to Greg Abbott's recent "FAFO" warning, turning political bravado into a Lone Star strategy.
Hundreds of cities across the countries are holding "No Kings Day" protests against President Trump. Watch live coverage here.
The Texas Department of Safety has arrested a man in connection with a "credible threat toward state legislators" attending Saturday's protest.
Minnesota organizers canceled "No Kings" protests after two state lawmakers were shot. Gov. Tim Walz called it a "politically motivated assassination."
Texas DPS officers will close the Capitol early ahead of Saturday's protest to ensure safety, but organizers say 'No Kings' protest will be peaceful.
Thousands of anti-Trump protests are taking place across the United States today, deemed "No Kings" day in response to the administration’s policies.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is touring Texas to advocate for a ban on THC products, despite mixed public support, as Gov. Greg Abbott weighs whether to sign the bill into law.