Veteran Texas congressman Al Green beaten in Democratic primary runoff Christian Menefee wins 18th district race after Republican gerrymandering carved up Green’s reliably Democratic seat The Guardian - US · May 27
Alex Mealer wins GOP nomination for new Houston congressional district, defeating state Rep. Briscoe Cain The Army veteran was endorsed by President Donald Trump and saw millions in outside spending on her behalf. Cain, meanwhile, was backed by Gov. Greg Abbott. The Texas Tribune · May 27
Christian Menefee defeats longtime Houston Rep. Al Green in Texas’ new 18th Congressional District Green’s loss means the Texas House delegation is losing one of its most senior members, who served more than 20 years in Congress. The Texas Tribune · May 27
Paxton defeat of Cornyn highlights Texas runoff night Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a combative, scandal-dogged disruptor who had the backing of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement, delivered a thrashing to four-term Sen. John Cornyn in Tuesday’s Republican Senate primary runoff in the Lone Star State. Cornyn, an even-keeled establishment Republican who took pride in his… Roll Call · May 26
Texas Primary Runoffs Put Trump Endorsements and Republican Divisions on Display Texas voters head to the polls Tuesday in a series of high-profile primary runoff elections that could reshape the state's political future. International Business Times · May 26
“Slash came up to me and said, ‘Man, I got laid to your records so much.’ I said, ‘Dude, didn’t we go to high school together?’”: How Lenny Kravitz’s Let Love Rule and Mama Said turned him into a superstar Bowie and Petty loved him, Jagger danced onstage with him, Slash jammed with him – this how Lenny Kravitz’s retro mix of rock, soul and funk made him a crossover star Louder · May 26
At the Races: Choosin’ Texas Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for election day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari and… Roll Call · May 26
Our Annual Grandparents' Guide to Today's Pop Artists If you liked Amy Winehouse, Radiohead or Miles Davis, we have new music recommendations for you. Kiplinger · May 24
In Democratic runoff, Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee clash over influence of big money in politics The clash embodies the tension for Democrats who rely on large fundraising hauls to remain competitive, even as they denounce the outsized political influence of corporate cash. The Texas Tribune · May 22
Outside cash floods U.S House runoffs in Texas PACs have accounted for 89% of ad spending in Texas’ congressional runoffs as crypto, AI and mystery groups flood the contests. The Texas Tribune · May 14
“I knew it was a better song than I’d written up to that point. I’d turned a corner as a songwriter. But in terms of thinking it was a hit, I had no idea”: How a pilgrimage to the crucible of rock ’n’ roll inspired the ’90s classic Walking In Memphis “Me and the piano – that’s all I cared about” MusicRadar · May 13
Christian Menefee, Alex Mealer lead Houston-area congressional runoffs, new poll finds The two contests are among the most closely watched U.S. House runoffs in Texas. Menefee, newly elected to Congress, faces longtime Democratic Rep. Al Green in a matchup spawned by GOP redistricting. The Texas Tribune · May 12
Texas’ 9th Congressional District GOP runoff: Who is running and what to know Army veteran Alex Mealer and state Rep. Briscoe Cain are facing off for the Republican nomination in the newly drawn 9th District, anchored in east Harris County. The Texas Tribune · May 5
Texas’ 18th Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to know The Democratic runoff for the Houston-based seat — a longtime bastion of Black political power — pits the Texas delegation’s newest member, Christian Menefee, against one of its longest-tenured, Al Green. The Texas Tribune · May 4
The Independent UK · Apr 24 Some Dems are already starting to prep for their top push on Day 1 if they win in the midterms: Impeach Trump Democrats in contested primaries and progressives want to impeach President Donald Trump. Moderates are skeptical
Axios · Apr 24 Inside the House Dem push to impeach Trump on Day 1 Some Democrats are arguing that the party begin impeachment hearings right now.
The Texas Tribune · Apr 20 Cryptocurrency industry is on track to surpass 2024 spending on Texas midterm races So far this year, cryptocurrency PACs have spent more than $2.5 million on Texas congressional candidates, up from $1 million in 2024.
Axios · Apr 10 "That's not the fight right now": Democrats shut down talk of impeaching Trump this year "People are pissed and know we have to fight," one senior House Democrat told Axios.
The Texas Tribune · Mar 27 Long lines linger at Houston’s biggest airport as TSA agents miss work during partial government shutdown Wait times at George Bush Intercontinental Airport are expected to worsen over the weekend as agents miss a second paycheck and increasingly call in sick.
The Guardian - US · Mar 13 With $200m to spend on the midterms, crypto hopes to repeat its 2024 success: ‘It’s the most critical time’ Candidates in both parties – but mostly Republicans – are seeing cash infusions after merely indicating support
The Texas Tribune · Mar 11 March primary ensures record turnover for Texas congressional delegation Twelve House incumbents from Texas are set to leave Congress after this year, with the possibility of additional turnover in the May runoffs and November general election.
Axios · Mar 6 "It's pissing people off": Older Dems are sick of hearing about "generational change" "I have no idea why this is the year to write this story, except that Joe Biden was old."
Axios · Mar 4 "Come to work": A primary fight between House Democrats in Texas turns nasty Rep. Christian Menefee called Rep. Al Green's attacks on his voting record "desperate."
The Guardian - US · Mar 4 Trump-aligned candidates surge as some incumbents fall: five key takeaways from US primary elections From Texas to North Carolina, incumbents fall as Democrats gain in Arkansas, signaling 2026 turbulence
Axios · Mar 4 Brutal Texas primary night points to trouble ahead for House incumbents One House member lost outright, while four others face grueling 12-week runoffs.