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Posted on March 3, 2023 · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.

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Which Texans In Congress Voted To Reject Election Results?

Elizabeth Myong, KERA

Posted on January 7, 2021 · Here are the lawmakers who voted to object to states' election results after pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol building.

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John Cornyn Says He Won’t Join Growing Number Of Texas Republicans Planning To Object To Certification Of Joe Biden’s Win

Patrick Svitek, Texas Tribune

Posted on January 5, 2021 · The state's senior senator said Tuesday he will not object to certifying President Donald Trump's reelection defeat "based on unproven allegations."

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Posted on July 6, 2023 · The Democratic plan aims to help renters by giving them a cash rebate of up to 10% on rent paid in the last tax year.

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With second special session underway, Texas lawmakers offer opening property tax-cut proposals

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Posted on June 29, 2023 · A stalemate among Texas’ top Republicans has dragged on for months. Tax-cut proponents in the House and Senate made their first pitches to end the impasse Wednesday.

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Political Roundup: Drama in the Texas Legislature

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Posted on May 24, 2023 · The House is investigating Attorney General Ken Paxton. And Paxton wants the House Speaker to resign. What's going on?

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