GOP Targets Key Democratic Seats in Texas Redistricting Push
Districts in Houston, Austin, Dallas and South Texas could be part of the push to create up to five new Republican seats in Congress.
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Texas GOP Sets Redistricting Hearings Amid Partisan Clash
Texas Republicans have scheduled redistricting hearings in Austin, Houston, and Arlington, sparking a partisan battle as Democrats push for flood relief to take priority.
Longest-serving Travis County Commissioner, Margaret Gómez, to retire at end of term
Margaret Gómez, Travis County’s longest-serving commissioner and the first Mexican-American woman elected to the role, announced she will retire next year after more than five decades of public service.
Protesters Demand Texas Special Session Prioritize Flood Relief Over Political Agendas
About 100 people gathered outside the Governor’s Mansion to protest the upcoming special legislative session, urging lawmakers to put more focus on flood relief over political issues like redistricting and abortion restrictions.
Protesters demand Gov. Abbott focus more on flood relief in special session
About 100 people gathered outside the Governor’s Mansion to demand that Abbott prioritize floods over hot-button issues during special session.
When power picks the people: How redistricting in Texas works
The messy and overtly political process of redrawing Texas congressional boundaries begins Monday in the Legislature.
DNC Chair to Discuss Redistricting Strategy with Texas Democrats
DNC Chairman Ken Martin will meet with Texas Democratic leaders to strategize against GOP-led redistricting efforts ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Why a walkout on GOP redistricting could be very risky for Texas Democrats
After House Democrat broke quorum in 2021, Republicans added strict new penalties for future walkouts.
FEMA's Texas Response 'the Exception' as Backlog Grows Under Trump
FEMA's rapid response to Texas floods contrasts with growing disaster backlog under Trump, as hurricane season begins and staffing shortages persist.
Joe Jaworski Announces Second Run for Texas Attorney General
Former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski, who lost the 2022 primary to Rochelle Garza, announced his second run for Texas attorney general, facing state Sen. Nathan Johnson in the Democratic primary.
Is birth control accessible in Texas? New study ranks state policies
New study ranks state policies as states increasingly define who has access to contraception and who does not.
Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia behind $1M trust donation to Greg Abbott
The Peachtree Trust in West Lake Hills gave Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's campaign one of the four $1M checks he received in June.
Texas Lawmaker Proposes 'Bracero 2.0' to Address Farm Labor Shortages
A South Texas Republican filed “Bracero 2.0” — a plan named after a 1940s temporary labor program — as the Trump administration intensifies deportation efforts targeting undocumented farmworkers.
Greg Abbott logs $20M campaign haul after school voucher win
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott raised $20 million over eight days in June, with several $1 million checks from GOP megadonors.
Houston's 18th District Left Without Representation as Redistricting Sparks Outrage
Rather than hold a special election early to make sure voters in the 18th Congressional District had a representative, Gov. Greg Abbott opted to set the special election for November, leaving the seat vacant and sparking outrage among Houston Democrats.
Trump Demands Five More GOP Congressional Seats in Texas Redistricting
Republicans already have a commanding majority in the Texas congressional delegation. Now President Trump is demanding even more seats.
Abbott Withholds Emails with Elon Musk, Citing Privacy and Embarrassment
Gov. Greg Abbott refuses to release emails with Elon Musk, citing privacy concerns and potential embarrassment, while critics call the move an abuse of public records laws.
State Sen. Nathan Johnson First Democrat to Enter Texas Attorney General Race
State Sen. Nathan Johnson of Dallas announced his candidacy for Texas attorney general, becoming the first Democrat in the race to replace Republican Ken Paxton, who is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.
Texas GOP Aims to Redraw Congressional Maps Amid Race Controversy
Texas Republicans are pushing to redraw congressional maps, citing constitutional flaws in the 2021 districts, a move that could bolster GOP control but risks backlash in future elections.
Texas GOP Pushes Race-Centric Redistricting Amid Political Backlash
Texas Republicans plan to redraw congressional maps, citing constitutional flaws, but critics call it a politically motivated move that could weaken minority voting power.