Elections
More Seats For Texas?
Posted on · Texas may soon have a stronger voice in Washington through increased Congressional representation. That's according to a new report based on Census numbers. Manuel Quinones reports from Capitol Hill.
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Texas Has Done Well With Earmarks
Posted on · Lawmakers often bring federal dollars to Texas through the controversial earmarking process. And a new study shows Texas has received billions of dollars over the past two decades. Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.
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CEO’s Defend Giant Airline Merger in Washington
Posted on · The future of Houston as an airline hub was the subject of a Congressional hearing Thursday on the proposed merger between Continental and United Airlines. Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.
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Hutchison Still Not Sure About Financial Reform Vote
Posted on · Republican Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison is still unsure about her vote on financial reform legislation despite being successful in pushing for major changes to the bill. Senate lawmakers may vote later today on whether to cut off debate and move on to final passage. Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.
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Texas Lawmakers Speaking-Up about Border Violence
Posted on · The increased drug violence in Mexico and its impact on this side of the border is the subject of increased attention from lawmakers in Washington. Manuel Quinones reports from Capitol Hill.
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GOP Lawmaker Blasts Democratic Plan
Posted on · Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison is among the leading Republican voices who have been speaking out against the Democratic plan to reform the financial markets. Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.
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Texas Lawmakers Respond to State Of the Union Address
Posted on · Texas Democrats say President Obama proposed good ideas for job creation in his State of the Union address. But Lone Star Republicans are greeting the President's remarks with skepticism. Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.
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Special Report: What Do Lobbyists Get Back?
Posted on · Texas energy companies have increased their lobbying efforts in Washington as Congress considers climate change legislation. But what does the lobbying mean and what do the companies get in return? Manuel Quinones reports from Washington.