When Texas Republican John Cornyn became a senator, Bush was president. Will he survive Trump's GOP?
Read full article: When Texas Republican John Cornyn became a senator, Bush was president. Will he survive Trump's GOP?Four-term Texas Sen. John Cornyn is in the political fight of his career.
New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primary
Read full article: New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primaryTexas’ Senate Republican primary, meanwhile, looks headed for a runoff. The survey found U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in a dead heat against Attorney General Ken Paxton, with neither eclipsing 30%.
James Talarico reports raising nearly $7 million, continuing cash influx to U.S. Senate bid
Read full article: James Talarico reports raising nearly $7 million, continuing cash influx to U.S. Senate bidThe Democratic Senate hopeful’s campaign said virtually all the donations, 98%, were for $100 or less. Candidates must file updates by the end of the month.
Texas judge orders Attorney General Ken Paxton's divorce records unsealed amid heated Senate primary
Read full article: Texas judge orders Attorney General Ken Paxton's divorce records unsealed amid heated Senate primaryCourt documents detailing the divorce of Republican U.S. Senate candidate and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife have been made public following a judge's order.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Read full article: Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Democratic primary for U.S. SenateCrockett, a second-term congresswoman, has skyrocketed to fame through viral spats with Republicans, becoming one of her party’s most prolific fundraisers.
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces US Senate bid in Texas, tells Trump 'I'm coming for you'
Read full article: Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces US Senate bid in Texas, tells Trump 'I'm coming for you'Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett has launched a campaign for the U.S. Senate in Texas.
The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members
Read full article: The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board membersThe U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies, signaling support for President Donald Trump’s firing of board members.
Cornyn “open to” changing Senate filibuster, Hunt and Paxton back Trump’s call to scrap it
Read full article: Cornyn “open to” changing Senate filibuster, Hunt and Paxton back Trump’s call to scrap itThe president has sharpened his calls for Senate Republicans to kill the longstanding legislative maneuver, saying the GOP’s electoral success could hinge on it.
How John Cornyn’s historic gun safety bill has become a reelection liability
Read full article: How John Cornyn’s historic gun safety bill has become a reelection liabilityCritics accuse Cornyn of capitulating to Democrats’ gun control demands — even though the bill largely did not restrict gun owner’s existing rights.
TribCast: The Hunt is on in the GOP Senate primary
Read full article: TribCast: The Hunt is on in the GOP Senate primaryMatthew and Eleanor are joined by Tribune D.C. reporter Gabby Birenbaum and radio host Chad Hasty to unpack the three candidates vying to be the Republican nominee for Senate in 2026.
U.S. Senate hopefuls make their pitch to energized young conservatives
Read full article: U.S. Senate hopefuls make their pitch to energized young conservativesU.S. Sen. John Cornyn, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt are finding ways onto stages in front of young conservatives galvanized by Charlie Kirk's killing.
Rep. Wesley Hunt is running for US Senate in Texas, defying GOP leaders to take on Cornyn and Paxton
Read full article: Rep. Wesley Hunt is running for US Senate in Texas, defying GOP leaders to take on Cornyn and PaxtonRepublican congressman Wesley Hunt is running for the U.S. Senate in Texas, defying Senate GOP leadership and adding a new element to an already contentious primary campaign.
A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding
Read full article: A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease floodingExperts in Houston have been studying the idea of building massive tunnels to divert floodwaters. Musk’s company wants a piece of the project.
The 2026 Senate map is tough for Democrats, but Republicans have their own headaches
Read full article: The 2026 Senate map is tough for Democrats, but Republicans have their own headachesRepublicans are encountering some early headaches in Senate races viewed as pivotal to maintaining the party’s majority next year.
‘Does not describe Houston’: Houston mayor dismisses congressman’s warning about potentially violent riots
Read full article: ‘Does not describe Houston’: Houston mayor dismisses congressman’s warning about potentially violent riotsLeaders in Houston and Harris County have responded to a letter written by Congressman Wesley Hunt expressing concerns about upcoming protests in the city.
Downtown Houston No Kings immigration protest to counter Flag Day parade on Trump’s 79th birthday
Read full article: Downtown Houston No Kings immigration protest to counter Flag Day parade on Trump’s 79th birthdayA large protest is being planned in Houston that is expected to counter a military parade for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday this weekend.
Wesley Hunt has met with White House aides about entering the Texas Senate primary, AP sources say
Read full article: Wesley Hunt has met with White House aides about entering the Texas Senate primary, AP sources sayU.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt of Texas may enter his state’s Republican primary for a Senate seat, adding more intrigue to what is already a marquee midterm contest.
Speaker Johnson suffers a defeat in his push to block parents in the U.S. House from proxy voting
Read full article: Speaker Johnson suffers a defeat in his push to block parents in the U.S. House from proxy votingHouse Speaker Mike Johnson suffered a decisive defeat after he tried and failed to squash a proposal for new parents in Congress to able to vote by proxy, rather than in person, as they care for newborns.
House ethics panel reviews 2 GOP lawmakers' campaign payments to private social clubs
Read full article: House ethics panel reviews 2 GOP lawmakers' campaign payments to private social clubsThe House Ethics Committee is reviewing separate accusations against two Republican congressmen from Texas that allege they violated ethics rules by using campaign funds to pay membership dues at private social clubs.
Once hesitant, Texas Republicans have united behind Donald Trump again
Read full article: Once hesitant, Texas Republicans have united behind Donald Trump againWhile polls once showed Trump and DeSantis tied in Texas, they now suggest the primary is all but over here. Trump leads Nikki Haley by a landslide.
4 Texas Republicans join ultraconservatives to sink GOP attempt to keep federal government open
Read full article: 4 Texas Republicans join ultraconservatives to sink GOP attempt to keep federal government openThe funding bill was a long shot, but far-right U.S. representatives said it didn’t go far enough in promoting their priorities, including border security and defunding investigations into Donald Trump.
Trump-Russia special counsel Durham at center of political clash as he appears before Congress
Read full article: Trump-Russia special counsel Durham at center of political clash as he appears before CongressThe special counsel who investigated the FBI’s probe of ties between Russia and Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign found himself at the center of a heated political fight as he appeared before a congressional committee.
Houston Newsmakers: US Rep. Wesley Hunt says no to gun control; Yes to Trump
Read full article: Houston Newsmakers: US Rep. Wesley Hunt says no to gun control; Yes to TrumpHost Khambrel Marshall sits down with newly-elected US Rep. Wesley Hunt, representing the 38th Congressional District. He says he has “no apologies” for being conservative and makes his opinions clear on issues such as gun control.
Ted Cruz calls Biden’s vow to nominate first Black woman to U.S. Supreme Court “offensive”
Read full article: Ted Cruz calls Biden’s vow to nominate first Black woman to U.S. Supreme Court “offensive”The U.S. senator joined some of his Republican colleagues in questioning Biden’s promise to pick a Black woman for the country’s highest court, while civil rights advocates say the nomination is long overdue for better representation on federal courts.
Frontrunners for Texas’ new congressional seats look to send message with decisive primary wins
Read full article: Frontrunners for Texas’ new congressional seats look to send message with decisive primary winsU.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, is the favorite to return to Congress via Texas’ 37th District, while Republican Wesley Hunt is the leading contender in the 38th District.
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Proposed new congressional seat in Houston gets prominent GOP candidate
Read full article: Proposed new congressional seat in Houston gets prominent GOP candidateWesley Hunt, an Army combat veteran who ran a close congressional contest last year in the Houston area, announced Tuesday he plans to run for the state's new 38th District in the same region.
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Projection: Democratic US Rep. Lizzie Fletcher wins reelection in District 7
Read full article: Projection: Democratic US Rep. Lizzie Fletcher wins reelection in District 7HOUSTON – Democrat Lizzie Fletcher wins reelection to U.S. House in Texas' 7th Congressional District, according to The Associated Press. In 2018, Democratic U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher snagged the district away from former U.S. Rep. John Culberson, a Republican who had held the seat for 18 years. Fletcher is keeping the district, which is runs from southwest Houston, down Interstate 10 to west Houston and up to US 290, blue. And I want to say to the voters in Texas who cast their ballots for me, thank you. You can view the election results below:U.S. Representative, District 7 View All CandidatesYou can get more election results here.
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5 biggest races to watch on Election Day
Read full article: 5 biggest races to watch on Election DayHOUSTON – There are hundreds of races being decided by Houston-area voters on Election Day. Here are the five biggest races to watch. Senator View All CandidatesU.S. House District 2Republican and freshman congressman Dan Crenshaw is up for reelection this cycle. U.S. Representative, District 2 View All CandidatesU.S. House District 7Democratic U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher is also a first-term member of Congress who is up for reelection this time around. U.S. Representative, District 7 View All CandidatesU.S. House District 22This seat is wide open after Republican U.S. Rep. Pete Olson announced he is retiring.
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Texas Republicans highlight energy issues as a closing argument of campaign
Read full article: Texas Republicans highlight energy issues as a closing argument of campaign“The oil industry pollutes,” Biden said. But political analysts said Biden's comments gave Texas Republicans material for an offensive political maneuver in the last stage of the campaign. Biden focused more on tying climate issues to the energy industry. In Congress, I have been a vocal advocate for and a partner with energy industry leaders here in TX-07 to develop and implement sound energy policy." It is unclear, however, whether this final push on the oil and gas industry by Texas Republicans will ultimately make a difference, Martin said.
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National Democrats are increasingly assertive about their chances in Texas this election — and they’re spending accordingly
Read full article: National Democrats are increasingly assertive about their chances in Texas this election — and they’re spending accordinglyDemocrat Lizzie Pannill Fletcher and Republican Wesley Hunt are running for the Houston area’s 7th Congressional District seat. That's according to two Democratic sources familiar with information about media buys. HMP is a Democratic super PAC that aims to elect Democrats to the House and is aligned with House Democratic leadership. While national Democrats have designated 10 pickup opportunities across Texas, the GOP has focused its offense here on Fletcher’s district as well as that of Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas. But Fletcher’s seat was the only one that saw significant national investment until recently, as Allred’s GOP challenger, Genevieve Collins, has remained financially competitive partly due to her self-funding.
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'Living while black anxiety: Frustration is trigger point for protests
Read full article: 'Living while black anxiety: Frustration is trigger point for protestsDr. Rheeda Walker is a clinical psychologist and psychology professor at the University of Houston and says a simple explanation is frustration. She says the traumatic video of Floyd being held face down for almost nine minutes is a trigger for recurring anxiety. For now Summer school is the priority. For virtual summer school weve identified 40-thousand students that will have live interactions via computer with a classroom teacher, she said. Watch this weeks Houston Newsmakers Sunday morning at 10:30amMore Information:Grenita Lathan, Ph.D., HISD Interim SuperintendentRheeda Walker, Ph.D.