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‘Up Against a 500-Pound Gorilla’: Can Dems Make Inroads in Deep-Red West Texas?

With a candidate on the ballot in every state and federal race, the minority party is trying hard to gain some ground in the GOP’s electoral firewall.

Texas Observer · 2h ago

Feds reimburse Texas for $7.5 billion in border spending, ending delay

The grant program was created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which became law in July 2025.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 18

Texas GOP cornered by Big Bend backlash

Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region

Salon · Aug 24

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Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump

Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 21

Caitlin Clark never asked to become a political symbol. Trump’s allies have chosen her anyway

The Republicans’ threat to involve the Department of Justice in the WNBA thrusts Caitlin Clark deeper into America’s racial and political battles

The Guardian - US · Jul 11

Days after fatal ICE shooting, Texas GOP leaders remain silent about calls for independent probes

Almost none of the state’s major Republican officials have weighed in on the killing of a Houston man by federal agents, and U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia of Houston said she had not spoken with Gov. Greg Abbott.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 10

After Virginia’s referendum, the Texas-ignited redistricting war is looking like a wash

Most Texas Republicans remained supportive of their state’s redraw even as their gains have been wiped out by California and Virginia.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 23

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First-responder network reauthorization advances

House lawmakers are moving forward with a reauthorization of the federally supported communications network for emergency services, despite mixed support from the public safety community for changes in the measure. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted, 51-0, on Wednesday to forward a bill, as amended, that would reauthorize the…

Roll Call · Mar 25

Erika Kirk appointed to Air Force Academy board aka proof you don’t need any experience as long as you’re a Trumper

Erika Kirk might even have the power to grant her deceased husband a posthumous honorary degree.

We Got This Covered · Mar 11

Erika Kirk Appointed to US Air Force Academy Board by Trump: Is She Actually Qualified?

Explore the controversy surrounding Erika Kirk's appointment to the US Air Force Academy's Board of Visitors. Discover the debate over her qualifications and the political implications of her role in shaping military education and leadership.

International Business Times UK · Mar 10

Erika Kirk appointed to Air Force Academy Board of Visitors to continue Charlie Kirk's legacy

Erika Kirk, the Turning Point USA CEO, has been appointed to the Air Force Academy's Board of Visitors in the place of her late husband Charlie Kirk. This 16-member Board is responsible for making recommendations to the Defense Secretary for changes at the Air Force Academy. The board did not…

The Times of India · Mar 10

Trump’s cash for health care scheme faces tough road in Congress as insurance costs set to skyrocket

Republicans face uphill battle in passing what would be a party-line proposal for cash handouts instead of extending tax credits that lowered premiums for millions

The Independent UK · Dec 24, 2025

With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward

Texas’ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 19, 2025

Texas could bear the brunt of expiring ACA tax credits. Is the GOP delegation willing to make a deal?

Democrats in Congress want to renew the Obamacare subsidies as part of any deal to reopen the government. Texas Republicans say the policy needs major reforms.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 2, 2025

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We Got This Covered · Sep 24, 2025

Republicans are pushing for a new Charlie Kirk coin after his assassination, and it has a bible verse on the back

Making a metal image of Charlie Kirk to honor him.

Roll Call · Jun 13, 2025

Photos of the week | June 6-12, 2025 - Roll Call

Baseball, seersuckers, moose and a bear, oh my! It was a week full of annual congressional traditions on Capitol Hill.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 25, 2025

U.S. Rep. August Pfluger benefits from fund drive promoting third Trump term

A Trump official says the president did not approve the fundraising message connected to the Republican Study Committee.

Top News · Feb 7, 2025

House Passes Bill To Block Future Oil Drilling Bans

Republican-led House passes bill to prevent future fracking bans without congressional approval, in response to concerns over Biden administration's energy...

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The Texas Tribune · Jan 24, 2025

Watch top Texas business and political leaders discuss the state’s future under Donald Trump

Gov. Greg Abbott, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, business leaders and Texans tabbed for President Donald Trump’s cabinet gathered in Washington last weekend to discuss the new administration.

The Guardian - US · Nov 18, 2024

Cop29: US Democrats put on brave face as Republicans talk up cheap energy

US climate envoy says Trump won’t derail progress as GOP argues for increasing oil and gas production at UN talks

International Business Times · Nov 16, 2024

Trump's Republican Allies Tread Lightly On Paris Pact At COP29

Donald Trump's Republican allies in Congress showed up at UN climate talks to tout natural gas and nuclear energy, but they tiptoed around the elephant in the room: a looming US withdrawal from the Paris agreement.

The Guardian - US · May 8, 2024

Congress hears testimony on Russia’s sonic attacks on US officials in Havana

Panel heard from expert witnesses how Russia had ‘means, motive and opportunity’ for covert targeting of intelligence officers

The Texas Tribune · May 7, 2024

U.S. oil and gas production is booming. So are the industry’s donations to its GOP allies

The biggest recipient of campaign donations from the industry isn’t Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, it’s a Texas House member who represents part of the Permian Basin.

Capital & Main · May 1, 2024

U.S. Oil and Gas Production Is Booming. So Are the Industry’s Donations to Its GOP Allies.

Not Donald Trump. Not Ted Cruz. But a little known Republican from West Texas ranks as the top recipient of fossil fuel money.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 17, 2024

Texas Republicans rue Democrats for dismissing Mayorkas impeachment without trial

Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called the trial the “least legitimate, least substantive, and most politicized impeachment trial in the history of the United States.”

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