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Is a Strong Latino Candidate Texas Democrats’ Only Hope?

The party is long-overdue for such a leader at the top of the ballot.

Texas Observer

Joe Rogan anoints a new progressive star – can James Talarico triumph in Texas?

The state house member seemed like an unlikely aspirant for the US Senate battle, but an appearance on Rogan sparked the question: can he turn Texas blue?

The Guardian - US

Top Texas Democrats ponder the state’s future at forum amid questions about what’s next for their party

Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke was joined at his San Antonio town hall by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro and state Rep. James Talarico, whose names have been floated for statewide office.

The Texas Tribune

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Here are some of the Texas Democrats eyeing statewide runs in 2026

Democrats will need to sort through a pileup of potential candidates who see an opportunity to harness backlash to the Trump administration in next year’s midterms.

The Texas Tribune

How US politicians responded to Israel’s attacks on Iran

Republican hawks defend Israel as Democrats split between criticising and expressing support for the US ally.

Al Jazeera

Dem Lawmakers Condemn Reality Show for Citizenship Project: 'A Sick Idea'

New York Representative Jerry Nadler also resently expressed concerns about the show, stating that "human lives are not game show props"

Latin Times

Five Latino Led Films Among the 2024 Inductees of the National Film Registry

Robert Rodriguez's 'Spy Kids' is among the group promoted by congressman Joaquín Castro

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Texas’ 90,000 DACA recipients can sign up for Affordable Care Act coverage — for now

Those enrolled in the federal program shielding them from deportation can enroll through Jan. 15, but a lawsuit and Trump’s anti-immigration stance threaten to eliminate eligibility.

The Texas Tribune

Proxy voting for new parents among changes pitched to House Rules panel - Roll Call

At a “member day” hearing, lawmakers floated a wide range of ideas to change how the House operates, with an eye toward the next Congress.

Roll Call

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett doubles down on push for Biden to step aside

Biden is scheduled to visit Doggett’s district Monday, speaking at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library in Austin.

The Texas Tribune

House Lawmakers Fire Off Another Letter to Venu Sports -- Where Are the 'Firewalls' That Will Prevent Unlawful Collusion?

Congressmen Jerry Nadler and Joaquin Castro already reached out to Disney, Fox and WBD in April. They found the media companies' responses 'insufficient'

Broadcasting & Cable

Texans triumph in fight to get direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

The push to get more nonstop flights to the nation’s capital pit Texans against Virginians, who were opposed to the expansion.

The Texas Tribune

Texans in Congress stay silent on Cuellar indictment, unlike with Santos and Menendez before him

Some Texans called on Sen. Bob Menendez and former Rep. George Santos to resign amid their own scandals, but have been silent about the Laredo Democrat.

The Texas Tribune

Ukraine and Israel aid bills split Texans in Congress — but not along party lines

Hardline conservatives opposed the bills without more legislation to harden the southern border. And some progressives wanted more protections for Palestinians.

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Spulu Raises 'Competition Concerns' Among House Reps

Sports streaming joint venture receives yet more pushback, as Democratic congressmen send letters to Bob Iger, Lachlan Murdoch and David Zaslav

Al Jazeera

‘Incendiary and wrong’: Biden spurs anger for calling migrant ‘an illegal’

Biden used the divisive term in his 2024 State of the Union address, responding to Republican pressure in the audience.

Salon

Biden calls migrant "illegal," Dems fume

President Joe Biden used the term during the address in response to heckling by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene

The Texas Tribune

Texas Democrats cringed when Biden referred to migrant who killed student as “an illegal”

President Joe Biden used the term during the address in response to heckling by U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Georgia.

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Congressman Castro Discusses Potential Executive Actions On Immigration

Congressman Castro emphasizes the need for congressional action on immigration and border security over executive orders.

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Congressman Calls For Ceasefire In Israel-Gaza Conflict

Congressman Castro urges President Biden to intervene in Israel-Gaza conflict to prevent humanitarian crisis and loss of life.

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President Biden To Address Immigration Crisis In Upcoming Speech

Democratic Congressman Joaquin Castro praises President Biden's achievements and urges him to address immigration issues in the upcoming State of the Union...

Roll Call

On the SOTU guest list: immigration, IVF and abortion - Roll Call

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are making the most of the State of the Union attendee list to get their point across.

Roll Call

House sends Mayorkas impeachment to Senate on second try - Roll Call

House Republicans voted Tuesday to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on two articles that now head to the Senate.

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Border battle escalates as Democrats urge federalization of Texas National Guard

This news article discusses the ongoing border battle in Texas, with Democrats calling on President Biden to federalize the state's National Guard. Governo...

Al Jazeera

Supreme Court allows federal agents to cut razor wire at US-Mexico border

Ruling seen as win for Biden administration amid dispute with Texas over ‘inhumane’ fence that has injured migrants.

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