Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
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."
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Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
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."
Two Texas Democrats on list of 45 lawmakers targeted by Minnesota gunman
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.
US Senate battle: Will Rep. Wesley Hunt shift Texas GOP primary race?
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 Turn Bravado Into Political Strategy
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.
Texas DPS arrests man in connection with threat against lawmakers at 'No Kings' protest
The Texas Department of Safety has arrested a man in connection with a "credible threat toward state legislators" attending Saturday's protest.
LIVE: 'No Kings' anti-Trump protest in Austin expected to draw crowds, police presence
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.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Pushes for Texas THC Ban Amid Mixed Support
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.
Legal rulings on Trump's National Guard deployment won't affect Texas troop dispatch
Gov. Greg Abbott made the decision to deploy thousands of Texas Army National Guard soldiers to assist state and local law enforcement.
Texas National Guard on Standby for Austin Anti-Trump Protest
The Texas National Guard is on standby as Austin prepares for a large-scale anti-Trump protest Saturday — the city’s first since a downtown demonstration Monday ended in 13 arrests and multiple injuries to police officers.
Gov. Greg Abbott Seals Key Victories in Texas Legislative Session
The Republican governor notched victories on school choice and other legislative priorities. He's emerging in a strong position ahead of 2026.
Dead Bills Find New Life in Texas Legislature's Salvage Yard
In the Texas Legislature, sometimes dead bills can be reincarnated. And on the last day to consider House bills, members were able to kill a lot of legislation simply by killing time.
Texas lawmaker denounces political meanness in debate over doctored campaign images
The issue was the use of doctored images in campaigns, but a lawmaker's message called out the meanness of politics.
Texas House Partisanship Blocks Memorial Resolutions, Including Cecile Richards
The Texas House declined to honor several late officials, including Cecile Richards, due to partisan objections over her leadership of Planned Parenthood.
Greg Abbott, Dan Patrick show no sign of relinquishing power in Texas
The top of the Texas GOP ticket in 2026 will likely look a lot like it has looked for the past 12 years.
Newcomer Kendall Scudder to lead Texas Democratic Party
The new chairman of the Texas Democratic Party boast working-class roots and and a strong work ethic heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
Cornyn Confirms 2026 Reelection Bid as Paxton Weighs Challenge
Republican John Cornyn, the senior U.S. senator from Texas, says he'll run again in 2026 but is focusing on policy in 2025, while Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton signals a potential primary challenge.
How Glenn Hegar's departure could affect 2026 Texas elections
A vacancy in a statewide elective office means the governor selects the replacement. And it could set off a scramble across the political landscape.
Texas House: Speaker race in rear view, committees can now get to work
With the Texas House legislative committees filled out, the stage is now set in the lower chamber for legislators to get to the people's business.
Ex-Texas House Speaker Reflects on Tenure and Key Decisions
The five-term lawmaker who dropped his bid for a third term as speaker says he was right to impeach Ken Paxton and not twist arms on school vouchers.