Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

The Latest Breaking News from Sheila Jackson Lee

Meet the new Texans in Congress

Five Texans were newly elected to Congress this year, four of whom are set to serve in January.

The Texas Tribune

Sheila Jackson Lee’s daughter files to finish out her mother’s term

Carter will run against two Republicans for her mother’s seat to hold for a few weeks before the winner of the general election takes over.

The Texas Tribune

Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner Chosen As Democratic Nominee

Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner chosen as Democratic nominee to fill vacant U.S. Rep. seat after Sheila Jackson Lee's passing.

Top News

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is the Democrats’ pick for Jackson Lee seat in Congress

Harris County Democratic leaders made their choice to represent the party in the November election.

The Texas Tribune

Democrats running for Sheila Jackson Lee’s congressional seat debate who is best suited to replace her

Saturday’s debate came days before Democratic precinct chairs are set to decide who will replace the late Houston congresswoman on the November ballot.

The Texas Tribune

Here are the Democrats seeking to replace U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee

Because Jackson Lee died after winning the Democratic primary, Texas Democratic officials will get to decide who replaces her on the November ballot.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott sets special election to fill U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s seat

The winner of the special election will represent the state’s 18th Congressional District for about two months.

The Texas Tribune

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

An “unrelenting” Sheila Jackson Lee remembered by Kamala Harris, former colleagues

More than 50 of Jackson Lee’s former colleagues in Congress, along with a star-studded lineup of national and local elected officials, packed the church sanctuary to celebrate her life.

The Texas Tribune

Vice President Harris Honors Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's Legacy

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a heartfelt eulogy for Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, highlighting her legacy and pivotal role in making Juneteenth a feder...

Top News

Watch as Kamala Harris delivers eulogy at funeral for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee

Watch as Kamala Harris delivers a eulogy at the Celebration of Life Service for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Houston on Thursday 1 August.

The Independent UK

Kamala Harris delivers eulogy for ‘unrelenting’ Sheila Jackson Lee - Roll Call

Harris paid tribute to the Houston Democrat at a service also attended by civil rights leaders, Hakeem Jeffries and Bill and Hillary Clinton.

Roll Call

Vice President Kamala Harris To Deliver Eulogy For Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee

Vice President Kamala Harris to eulogize U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a trailblazing advocate for social justice and women's rights, in Houston church mem...

Top News

Kamala Harris To Deliver Eulogy At Sheila Jackson Lee's Service

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers eulogy for late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee in Houston, attends fundraiser, and addresses Sigma Gamma Rho sorority.

Top News

Vice President Kamala Harris' Busy Schedule This Week

Vice President Kamala Harris engages with diverse communities and events across different cities in a packed schedule.

Top News

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Top News

Honoring The Legacy Of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee

Events in Houston honor the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, known for her advocacy in social justice and impactful legislative contributions.

The Independent UK

US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas to lie in state at Houston city hall

Several days of events honoring the life of longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas are set to take place

The Texas Tribune

Biden and Harris to visit Houston this week to pay respects to Sheila Jackson Lee

Biden will travel to Houston on Monday and Harris will attend a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday. The trip will mark Harris’ third visit to Texas in the past month.

Top News

Vice President Kamala Harris To Attend Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's Funeral

Vice President Kamala Harris will attend the funeral of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, honoring her as a dedicated advocate and friend.

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Top News

President Biden Announces Decision Not To Seek Reelection

White House press briefing on President Biden's decision not to seek reelection and addressing recent events.

The Texas Tribune

Houston candidates pitching themselves to replace the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee on November ballot

At least three Democrats are considering bids for the Houston-area seat. But Texas Democratic officials — not voters — will decide who will be on the November ballot.

Salon

Sheila Jackson Lee honored by Biden

Jackson Lee's legacy is being championed by many and disrespected by an unfortunate few, after dying from cancer

The Texas Tribune

After U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s death, Texas Democrats have to find a new candidate for November

To fill her seat for the remainder of the current term, Gov. Greg Abbott would have to call a special election for the Houston-based district.

Roll Call

Self-described ‘tough lady’ Sheila Jackson Lee dead at 74 - Roll Call

Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee died Friday after 15 terms in the House that included sponsoring the resolution making Juneteenth a holiday.

The Independent UK

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a progressive champion, dies at 74

Houston-area Democrat served in Congress for more than 30 years as a stalwart of the American left

The Guardian - AU

Democratic congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee dies aged 74, family says

Jackson Lee, who was first elected to Congress almost 30 years ago, had said she was being treated for pancreatic cancer last month

1 2 3 4

People

Martin Luther King Jr

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the American Federation of Teachers

18 stories

the House Appropriations Committee

17 stories

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.