Fort Worth mayor, Arlington mayor, 6 Dallas City Council seats decided in Saturday runoff
Arlington and Fort Worth decided new mayors, and several Dallas City Council seats were up for grabs in the runoff election Saturday.
Arlington and Fort Worth decided new mayors, and several Dallas City Council seats were up for grabs in the runoff election Saturday.
Don McGahn, former White House aide, finally testifies in Trump probe
The House Judiciary Committee is questioning former White House counsel Don McGahn, two years after House Democrats originally sought his testimony as part of investigations into former President Donald Trump.
The House Judiciary Committee is questioning former White House counsel Don McGahn, two years after House Democrats originally sought his testimony as part of investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Facebook suspends Trump for 2 years after oversight board ruling
Former President Donald Trump has been suspended from Facebook for two years after an oversight board ruling, the social media company announced.
Former President Donald Trump has been suspended from Facebook for two years after an oversight board ruling, the social media company announced.
Allen West announces resignation as Texas Republican Party Chairman
In a news release, the Texas GOP says that Lt. Col. (Ret.) West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
In a news release, the Texas GOP says that Lt. Col. (Ret.) West has submitted his “irrevocable resignation" and will remain at the helm of the Texas GOP until July 11.
Pence: Trump and I may never see 'eye to eye' on Capitol riot
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he doesn’t know if he and former President Donald Trump will ever see “eye to eye” over what happened on Jan. 6.
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he doesn’t know if he and former President Donald Trump will ever see “eye to eye” over what happened on Jan. 6.
Louis Dejoy under DOJ investigation over campaign contributions
The DOJ is investigating Postmaster General Louis DeJoy in connection with campaign fundraising activity involving his former business.
The DOJ is investigating Postmaster General Louis DeJoy in connection with campaign fundraising activity involving his former business.
2022 Texas Republican primaries already heating up with Donald Trump endorsing Gov. Abbott
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
The influence of former President Donald Trump is shaping up to be a big factor ahead of the 2022 Republican primaries in Texas. He endorsed Gov. Abbott this week, and another key statewide race could be greatly impacted by what the former president has to say.
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announces run for attorney general against Ken Paxton
Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced Wednesday that he is running for attorney general, challenging fellow Republican Ken Paxton with a sharp focus on Paxton's legal troubles.
Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced Wednesday that he is running for attorney general, challenging fellow Republican Ken Paxton with a sharp focus on Paxton's legal troubles.
Bill to ban BLM flag at US embassies introduced by House Republicans
The Stars and Stripes Act of 2021 would prohibit American embassies from flying Black Lives Matter and other political flags.
The Stars and Stripes Act of 2021 would prohibit American embassies from flying Black Lives Matter and other political flags.
Lake Highlands H.S. valedictorian calls out Texas 'heartbeat bill' during commencement speech
Video of a Lake Highlands High School commencement speech is making the rounds on social media after Paxton Smith, LHHS' valedictorian, criticized the recently passed Texas "heartbeat bill."
Video of a Lake Highlands High School commencement speech is making the rounds on social media after Paxton Smith, LHHS' valedictorian, criticized the recently passed Texas "heartbeat bill."
Trump's blog page no longer live, senior aide says 'stay tuned'
Trump’s blog, “From the Desk of Donald J. Trump,” was no longer active Wednesday and is reportedly down for good.
Trump’s blog, “From the Desk of Donald J. Trump,” was no longer active Wednesday and is reportedly down for good.
Texas GOP to revive voting bill, Democrats plot next move
Texas Republicans pressed ahead with their push for tougher election laws Tuesday, vowing to ensure Democrats' weekend victory over one of the most restrictive voting measures in the country would only be temporary.
Texas Republicans pressed ahead with their push for tougher election laws Tuesday, vowing to ensure Democrats' weekend victory over one of the most restrictive voting measures in the country would only be temporary.
Voting rights organizations gather together against SB 7
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Although SB 7 was shelved after members of the Texas Democratic party walked out of session before the deadline, it's not completely off the table.
Gov. Abbott approves penalties for defunding police in Texas cities
Surrounded by lawmakers and law enforcement, Gov. Abbott signed multiple bills he says 'backs the blue.' The laws take power away from local governments that defund law enforcement.
Surrounded by lawmakers and law enforcement, Gov. Abbott signed multiple bills he says 'backs the blue.' The laws take power away from local governments that defund law enforcement.
Biden commemorates Tulsa Massacre 100th anniversary
During the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre, President Joe Biden announced he has tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead efforts in stricter voter protection as well as pushing for police reform.
During the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre, President Joe Biden announced he has tapped Vice President Kamala Harris to lead efforts in stricter voter protection as well as pushing for police reform.
Early voting ends Tuesday for June 5 city and school district runoff elections
Today is the final day for people in Fort Worth and Arlington to vote early for the next mayor. Several Dallas city council races are also still undecided.
Today is the final day for people in Fort Worth and Arlington to vote early for the next mayor. Several Dallas city council races are also still undecided.
Texas lawmakers are finished, but expected back for a special session
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Texas state lawmakers now have to prepare to come back for at least one special session.
Gov. Abbott threatens to defund Texas Legislature after Dems stage walkout
Abbott has threatened to veto Article 10 of the two-year budget which funds the legislative branch. He added: "no pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned."
Abbott has threatened to veto Article 10 of the two-year budget which funds the legislative branch. He added: "no pay for those who abandon their responsibilities. Stay tuned."
Texas lawmakers pass bills addressing power grid failure
The House and Senate passed some bills that will reform the state's main power grid, but Texans won't get any direct help with their electricity bills. Critics say the final versions of these bills do not go far enough to prevent further disasters and protect consumers.
The House and Senate passed some bills that will reform the state's main power grid, but Texans won't get any direct help with their electricity bills. Critics say the final versions of these bills do not go far enough to prevent further disasters and protect consumers.
Dems walk, stop Texas GOP's sweeping voting restrictions
Texas Democrats pulled off a dramatic, last-ditch walkout in the state House of Representatives on Sunday night to block passage of one of the most restrictive voting bills in the U.S., leaving Republicans with no choice but to abandon a midnight deadline and declare the legislative session essentially over.
Texas Democrats pulled off a dramatic, last-ditch walkout in the state House of Representatives on Sunday night to block passage of one of the most restrictive voting bills in the U.S., leaving Republicans with no choice but to abandon a midnight deadline and declare the legislative session essentially over.