Politics
Control Of Texas Legislature, Redistricting May Split In 2020
Posted on · Democrats only need to win a net nine seats to retake control of the state House of Representatives.
Tag: 2020 election
Politics
Why Are So Many Democrats Challenging Sen. John Cornyn?
Posted on · Houston City Councilwoman Amanda Edwards is now the fourth Democrat to jump in the race. A fifth, State Sen. Royce West, is expected to declare next week.
Politics
Harris County To Get New Voting Machines By May 2021
Posted on · County Clerk Diane Trautman estimates it will take until July of next year to select the new voting machine vendor -- too late to be used for the 2020 presidential election.
Politics
Fort Bend County Sheriff Mum On Political Future
Posted on · Republican Sheriff Troy Nehls, who recently announced he would not run for a third term, has been mentioned as a potential congressional candidate.
Politics
Houston To Host Third Debate In Democratic Presidential Primary
Posted on · The debate is scheduled for Sept. 12 and 13. Calling Texas a battleground state, party officials hailed the decision.
Politics
Democratic Presidential Candidates Discuss Education Policies At Houston Forum
Posted on · Ten of the Democratic presidential candidates discussed their education policies at the National Education Association's annual assembly.
In-Depth
1A Across America: The Power Of The Latino Vote
Posted on · Joshua Johnson, host of the NPR program 1A, explored the issues driving Latino voters to the polls at a community forum in Houston’s East End.
Politics
8 Democratic Presidential Candidates To Speak At TSU Wednesday
Posted on · Speakers at the “She the People Presidential Forum” will include former Rep. Beto O'Rouke, Sen. Kamala Harris and Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Politics
Can Julian Castro Find A Lane In Crowded Race To Democratic Nomination?
Posted on · Democratic presidential candidate Julian Castro hosted a counter-rally after Trump's campaign event in downtown San Antonio on Wednesday.
Houston Matters
Political Roundup: National Emergency Declaration, And More Presidential Candidates
Posted on · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest goings-on in government and politics in our weekly political roundup.
Politics
Former San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro Launches Presidential Campaign
Posted on · His announcement came Saturday in Texas, after weeks of hinting he was ready to join the 2020 Democratic primary field. "I've always believed with big dreams and hard work anything is possible."
News
Mark Cuban Hasn’t Ruled Out A Run For President, But It Will Take ‘Soul-Searching’
Posted on · The billionaire said his political plans depend on what happens in November