James Talarico accuses Ken Paxton of ‘ignoring’ Epstein survivors Democrats are targeting Trump’s relationship with Epstein as part of strategy ahead of midterm elections The Guardian - US · Sep 10
Texas Latinos Desert Republicans as 56% Now Support Democrats Over Prices and Immigration Latino voters in Texas battleground districts now support Democrats 56% to 36%, according to a recent survey. Immigration and living costs are driving this political shift. International Business Times UK · Sep 10
After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network Law enforcement agencies from across the country search the DPS Flock database once every four seconds, on average. After the Tribune inquired, DPS said it will limit which agencies can access the network. The Texas Tribune · Sep 4
With voters squeezed by high costs, Texas candidates race to claim affordability mantle If not carefully vetted, candidates’ proposals to lower costs could exacerbate future affordability issues, experts say. The Texas Tribune · Sep 3
Texas Democrat bets anger over Flock cameras and data centers could make her America’s unlikeliest governor ELECTIONS 2026: Gina Hinojosa talks to Eric Garcia about the growing backlash in Texas and how it could feed a ‘bite back’ against Republicans in November The Independent UK · Aug 30
Will a Coalition of ‘MAGA Moms’ Rally Behind Gina Hinojosa’s Bid for Texas Governor? Some Republicans say they won’t give Governor Greg Abbott a fourth term after what he’s done to the public education system in Texas. Texas Observer · Aug 27
Here’s what Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa say about education priorities in Texas governor’s race From school takeovers to college affordability, the Democrat and Republican are rolling out their education priorities ahead of November’s election. The Texas Tribune · Aug 27
Abbott's H-1B Teacher Ban Would Hit Texas's Most Latino Districts Hardest Abbott wants Texas lawmakers to bar H-1B visa holders from public schools, a plan that would hit Dallas, Houston and Alief ISD hardest. Latin Times · Aug 23
Governors' races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers More governors are shifting their stances or taking more steps to squeeze data centers, as the midterm elections near and public opinion sours on the energy-hungry behemoths The Independent UK · Aug 18
Texas Governor's Race Tightens to Single Digits as Hinojosa Chips Away at Abbott's Lead Fresh polling shows Abbott's lead over Hinojosa narrowing in Texas's governor's race — though surveys sharply disagree on by how much. Latin Times · Aug 18
Data center audit lacks specifics even as Gov. Abbott, industry leaders tout it Without key details on the audits but the eagerness to support them, policy watchers question how impactful these audits will be in curbing data center growth. The Texas Tribune · Aug 14
Meet Gina Hinojosa, the Latina Democrat Who Could End Republicans' Decades-Long Grip on the Texas Governorship Texas has not elected a Democratic governor in more than three decades. But Gina Hinojosa, a Latina civil rights attorney, former school board president, and longtime state lawmaker, is mounting an unexpectedly competitive challenge to Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, with some of the latest polls showing the race within the… Latin Times · Aug 11
Trump calls Texas’ data center opposition a “mistake” The president’s comments to Punchbowl News come just days after Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide pause of approval for data centers trying to connect to the power grid. The Texas Tribune · Aug 7
Texas Republicans are turning on Greg Abbott over billionaires’ AI land grab The backlash to energy-guzzling server warehouses that power artificial intelligence is shaping statewide campaigns from Arizona to New York The Independent UK · Jul 23
Texas Observer · Jun 30 Unity and Discontent at the Texas Dems’ Corpus Convening The party’s convention showcased populism as the core of Texas Democrats’ messaging. Will it hold true in November?
The Texas Tribune · Jun 23 Texas Democrats look to rally behind their ticket, draw national attention at state convention U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders is headlining the event, as Democrats seek to drum up support and excitement for James Talarico and other down-ballot candidates ahead of November.
Texas Observer · Jun 12 With Gas Tax Holiday, Are Texas Dems Pushing ‘Irresponsible’ Policy for Political Gain? For candidates like James Talarico, calling to suspend fuel taxes may be an easy way to sell “affordability” to swing voters. But it would come with its own long-term policy consequences.
The Texas Tribune · Jun 11 Corpus Christi’s delayed water response bubbles up to Texas governor’s race Frustrated by a lack of progress, Gov. Greg Abbott threatened state action. Gina Hinojosa, his Democratic opponent, accused him of backing industry over people.
Salon · Jun 3 Trump is losing Latino vote A new Texas poll measure eroding Latino support for the president and the GOP
Texas Observer · May 27 They’re Mostly Anglo. They’re Largely from Austin. And They Just Might Have a Shot. Led by James Talarico, a relatively well-qualified Democratic slate—one that poorly reflects the state's demography and geography—might have gotten its most important boost from the Republican side on Tuesday.
The Independent UK · May 15 Taco order sparks a Texas-sized debate about rising Democratic star: ‘White bread with mayo’ Gov. Greg Abbott got roasted after criticizing US Senate candidate James Talarico for ordering ‘potato, egg and cheese’
The Texas Tribune · May 12 Barack Obama appears with James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa at Austin restaurant The former president greeted patrons while stopping for tacos near the University of Texas at Austin campus — a notable show of support for the Democrats atop the ticket this fall.
The Texas Tribune · May 5 The first 2026 TribFest speakers are here Rahm Emanuel, Tate Reeves, Gina Hinojosa, Erin Harkey and more join us in downtown Austin in September
The Texas Tribune · Apr 28 Talarico leads both Cornyn, Paxton in new polls of Texas’ U.S. Senate race The Austin Democrat, who won his party’s nomination in March, led Cornyn and Paxton in two successive polls, though he did not crack 50%.
The Texas Tribune · Mar 6 Politicians want to stop companies from buying homes. A ban wouldn’t bring down costs. President Trump, who wants to stop profit-driven companies from buying residences in bulk, spotlighted the struggles of a Houston woman who was regularly outbid by firms on homes in the pandemic.