Politics
Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Arrested For Civil Disobedience Over Voting Rights Bill
Posted on · It was unclear what the Houston Democrat did to spur the arrest, though she said, “I engaged in civil disobedience.”
Politics
Texas House Democrats Trying To Block The GOP Voting Bill Are Pinning Their Hopes On Congress. So Far Congress Is Unmoved
Posted on · Over the past few days, the Texas delegation has met with nearly all of the most powerful Democrats in Washington, save for President Joe Biden. But there is not yet clear movement to revive the congressional Democrats’ federal voting legislation.
Politics
Republican U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady Will Retire From Congress At The End Of His Term
Posted on · The Montgomery County Republican has served in Congress for more than two decades.
Politics
President Joe Biden To Visit Houston On Friday After Winter Storm
Posted on · First Lady Jill Biden will also make the trip.
Politics
Ted Cruz Cites ‘Wanting To Be A Good Dad’ For Overnight Trip To Cancún During Texas Power Outages
Posted on · First spotted at an airport by a social media user who posted his photo, there was an immediate outcry overnight that a U.S. senator would travel out of the state amid the worst storm in many Texans' lifetimes.
Texas
All 13 Texas Democrats In The U.S. House Have Called For Impeaching Donald Trump After Wednesday’s Riot
Posted on · House leadership said it "will move forward with impeachment,” if Vice President Mike Pence does not invoke the U.S. Constitution’s 25th Amendment to remove Trump.
Texas
Texans Begin New Congressional Terms As Fights Over GOP Attempts To Overturn Election Continue
Posted on · U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, R-Austin, sought to undermine his GOP colleagues' attempts to question the election results. Meanwhile, Texas Democrats helped Nancy Pelosi win another term as House speaker.
Texas
Federal Loans Helped More Than 400,000 Texas Companies Retain Workers During The Pandemic, New Data Shows
Posted on · Despite details released from the Paycheck Protection Program this week, a full snapshot of the program remains unclear.
Election 2020
Donald Trump And Joe Biden Sparred Over Texas’ Energy Industry And Global Warming During Final Presidential Debate
Posted on · In debating a major Texas industry, Trump emphasized economic priorities while Biden advocated for alternate means of energy besides oil and gas.
Texas
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Says He Won’t Resign After Accusations Of Criminal Activity By Top Aides
Posted on · Paxton issued a statement refusing to step down after U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, a former top aide, publicly called for his resignation.
News
How U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia Of Houston Landed In The Middle Of Impeachment
Posted on · Decades of nuts-and-bolts political work and a friendship with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi landed the first-term congresswoman a starring role in the Senate trial of President Trump.
Election 2020
In Houston Congressional District, Republicans See A Chance To Boost Party Diversity And Reflip A Seat
Posted on · U.S. Rep. Lizzie Pannill Fletcher won Texas' 7th Congressional District for the Democrats in 2018. Republicans are vying for a chance to win it back.
News
Texas Sens. Ted Cruz, John Cornyn Back New North American Trade Deal To Replace NAFTA
Posted on · While passage was uncertain at times, the Texas delegation ended up unanimously supporting the international agreement that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Election 2020
With Its 228 Delegates And Super Tuesday Slot, Texas Looms In The Presidential Primary
Posted on · The focus is on the early states, but candidates are also paying attention to Texas. Early voting starts here before the Nevada and South Carolina primaries wrap up.
Texas
Texas Judge Tells Fort Worth Hospital It Can Remove Baby From Life Support
Posted on · The family plans to appeal the judge's decision, according to Texas Right to Life.