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George Soros group is funneling millions into this big red state in hopes of turning it blue

“If a win is on the table in 2026, we don’t want to leave it there by not being organized,” said one organizer.

The Independent UK

Texas AG And MAGA Ally Ken Paxton Holds Comfortable Lead Over Sen. John Cornyn in Primary Challenge: Poll

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) is trailing behind Texas AG Ken Paxton by 22 points in one of the country's most-watched primary races, a new poll suggests.

Latin Times

U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear GOP activist’s lawsuit challenging Texas Ethics Commission’s lobbying fine

Former Empower Texans leader Michael Quinn Sullivan has challenged a $10,000 fine from the Texas Ethics Commission for failure to register as a lobbyist for more than 10 years at nearly every level of the state court system.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas braces for an imminent screwworm infestation, a threat to the state’s cattle industry

U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz hope to fund an operation to kill the parasitic fly before too much damage is done.

The Texas Tribune

Is NASA ready for the Red Planet? US senator's 'Mission to MARS Act' aims to modernize Johnson Space Center

Texas is positioning itself at the forefront of human spaceflight research with a $1 billion proposal to upgrade NASA's Johnson Space Center for missions to the moon, Mars and beyond.

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Abbott Says Texas Halted Construction of Muslim Residential Project. Developers Say It Hasn't Even Started.

The proposed EPIC City development has drawn political backlash, but backers say no formal plans have been filed and accuse officials of fueling "groundless" claims.

Latin Times

John Cornyn says tax and spending bill must reimburse Texas $11 billion for border security

Texas Republicans are pushing the federal government to pay the state’s costs of Operation Lone Star, Gov. Greg’s Abbott’s border security initiative.

The Texas Tribune

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Medicaid and taxes and SNAP, oh my - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including ad campaigns and vulnerable lawmakers.

Roll Call

Sen. John Cornyn announces leadership team, including Trump pollster, for 2026 reelection campaign

Cornyn’s move to stockpile his campaign team with seasoned GOP operatives signals he is digging in for a serious fight against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

The Texas Tribune

These are the most vulnerable senators of the 2026 election cycle

Our initial list of the Senate’s most vulnerable incumbents for the 2026 cycle is shorter than usual following a string of early retirements.

Roll Call

Senate Republicans Urge Donors To Not Fund Ambitious Reps. as GOP Seeks To Retain Control of The House

The National Republican Senatorial Committee is urging donors to prevent House lawmakers from jumping into key Senate races in 2026, Axios report reveals.

Latin Times

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta confirmed as Trump’s ambassador to Italy

The Texas billionaire has said he will drop his position at Landry’s, but will continue his ownership of the Houston Rockets.

The Texas Tribune

U.S., Mexico agree to new deal that sends water to South Texas

The latest development in a years-long push by South Texas farmers and officials to get Mexico to fulfill a 1944 treaty would still fall short of what is owed.

The Texas Tribune

It’s a Long Way to the Top (if You Wanna Oust the Pols)

The Texas GOP’s dominance of the 21st Century has been marked by entrenchment in the highest offices. Is that changing?

Texas Observer

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Texas senators: Move space shuttle Discovery from Smithsonian to Houston

Space shuttle Discovery may be removed from the Smithsonian and put on display at Space Center Houston, if two senators from Texas get their way.

Latin Times

MAGA Allies Laying Groundwork For Bitter Texas Primary to Unseat Longtime Republican Senator

Texas AG Ken Paxton will seek to be the state's next U.S. senator in the 2026, looking to unseat Trump ally John Cornyn in the process

Latin Times

Texas AG Ken Paxton Will Seek To Be The State's Next Senator In The 2026 Midterms

Texas AG Ken Paxton announced he will challenge Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary next year, setting the stage for a contentious battle.

The Independent UK

Ken Paxton used ‘fake Uber accounts to meet his girlfriend,’ Sen. John Cornyn’s campaign hits back as Texas AG announces Senate run

Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Tuesday he will challenge Republican U.S. Senator John Cornyn from Texas in the 2026 primary

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Ken Paxton launches primary challenge to John Cornyn in Texas - Roll Call

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s decision to challenge Sen. John Cornyn sets up what’s likely to be a bitter and expensive Republican primary – and a battle for President Donald Trump’s endorsement.

The Texas Tribune

Texas AG Ken Paxton officially joins U.S. Senate race challenging John Cornyn

The attorney general positions himself as a disruptor against the Republican establishment embodied in the longtime Senate fixture.

The Texas Tribune

Ken Paxton’s legal woes are lifting, clearing a path for a likely Senate run

The federal criminal investigation into corruption allegations was the most serious inquiry Paxton faced. Its end nearly clears his slate of numerous legal battles.

The Texas Tribune

Cornyn wins over Texas GOP leadership after being censured and booed for his gun safety bill

The senator’s embrace of the state party chair could neutralize a potential threat as Cornyn faces a challenging primary terrain.

Roll Call

At the Races: Spring fever - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including special elections and repeat candidates.

The Independent UK

Team Trump picks a fight over the Signal chat. Republicans play ignorant

ANALYSIS: Analysis: Republicans who risked their credibility to get Fox News host Pete Hegseth over the finish line now have to deal with the fallout from the Signal scandal, Eric Garcia writes

The Texas Tribune

Rep. Wesley Hunt praised in statewide ads as Cornyn kicks off reelection campaign

A seven-figure Texas ad buy is seen as a strong indicator that the Houston congressman may challenge the incumbent senator.

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