TEXAS POLITICS

Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Texas Tech Money: Who Gains from Crypto Politics?

Texas is cracking open its election funds with a fresh supply of cryptocurrency cash. This year’s primary season has already seen crypto-affiliated groups drop over $2. 5 million into local races, nearly doubling their donations compared to this time last year. Nationwide, crypto spending has climbe

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

Money Talks: What Senate Filings Show About the 2026 Race

Texas is seeing a big Democratic money wave in 2026. James Talarico, running for Senate, pulled in $27 million in early 2026—that’s more than any other Senate hopeful has ever raised in a single quarter. His primary fight with Jasmine Crockett helped fuel the surge, but it also highlights a tension:

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Ken Paxton vs. John Cornyn: A Texas Senate Showdown

In a recent debate, a Texas political strategist challenged Senator John Cornyn’s bid for another term. She argued that Cornyn has little to show for his time in the Senate, pointing out his attempts to limit Second Amendment rights and his frequent attacks on former President Donald Trump. The stra

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Senate Race Shifts: Cornyn Faces Fresh Challenges in Texas

The Texas Senate seat once seemed secure for a veteran lawmaker who had risen through the ranks as a key ally of former Senate leader Mitch McConnell. He has long been known for pushing conservative policies while also raising vast sums of money and shaping the state's political landscape. Yet, his

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Texas Attorney General Files Suit Against Children’s Hospital Over Transgender Care

The state’s top prosecutor has taken legal action against a local children’s medical center, claiming that the facility is committing fraud by providing gender‑affirming treatment to minors. The lawsuit alleges that the hospital’s services violate state Medicaid rules, suggesting that the care is

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Texas Senate Primary: Who Will Pull the Ticket?

The upcoming Texas GOP primary for the U. S. Senate is more than a single seat; it could set the tone for many other races on the ballot. Candidates like Sen. John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Rep. Wesley Hunt are fighting for the top spot because whoever wins will be the face of the Rep

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

Houston Takes the Lead in Texas' School Voucher Program

Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Texas Governor Tightens Medicaid Fraud Checks

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has asked state health officials to check for possible fraud in Medicaid. This is part of a bigger plan to stop fraud in government programs. Abbott has already started two other fraud prevention projects. All three are connected. Abbott mentioned Minnesota's Medicaid fra

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

A Fresh Face for Texas Land Commissioner: Why Jose Loya Stands Out

West Texas has been stuck in a loop of empty promises and tired politics from both sides. People here know the truth: those in power don’t really care about the hardworking folks in the oil fields, the veterans raising families, or the immigrants who worked hard to become citizens. It’s time for a c

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Texas' New Voting Map: A Win for Republicans, But What About Fairness?

The Supreme Court recently made a big decision about Texas' new voting map. They said Texas can use its new congressional districts for now. This map could help Republicans win more seats in the House. But a lower court had said some of these districts were unfair because they were drawn based on ra

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