Will Ken Paxton drop out of U.S. Senate race?
President Donald Trump says he wants to avoid a runoff in Texas' US Senate race. Ken Paxton says he does not plan on dropping out if Trump opts not to endorse him. The Battleground Texas crew breaks down the comments and discusses Rep. Tony Gonzales bowing out of the TX-23 race.
President Donald Trump says he wants to avoid a runoff in Texas' US Senate race. Ken Paxton says he does not plan on dropping out if Trump opts not to endorse him. The Battleground Texas crew breaks down the comments and discusses Rep. Tony Gonzales bowing out of the TX-23 race.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem replaced | Battleground Texas
FOX political reporters react the the news that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being replaced. The news follows two days of congressional hearings that did not go particularly well for the head of DHS. Plus, Ken Paxton is reacting to the president's comments about wanting the U.S. Senate candidate he doesn't endorse to drop out of the race.
FOX political reporters react the the news that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is being replaced. The news follows two days of congressional hearings that did not go particularly well for the head of DHS. Plus, Ken Paxton is reacting to the president's comments about wanting the U.S. Senate candidate he doesn't endorse to drop out of the race.
Trump to endorse a candidate soon | Battleground Texas
The Texas Primary election results are in and no one candidate for in Republican U.S. Senate race secured more than 50% of the vote. That means John Cornyn and Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff. But first, President Donald Trump is expected to give an endorsement and said he will ask the other candidate to drop out of the race.
The Texas Primary election results are in and no one candidate for in Republican U.S. Senate race secured more than 50% of the vote. That means John Cornyn and Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff. But first, President Donald Trump is expected to give an endorsement and said he will ask the other candidate to drop out of the race.
Election Day | Battleground Texas
It's primary election day in Texas. Political reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski give a recap of the races and updates before the polls close.
It's primary election day in Texas. Political reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski give a recap of the races and updates before the polls close.
The day before election day | Battleground Texas
Texas voters will head to the polls tomorrow to decide which Democrats and Republicans will represent their political parties in the November election.
Texas voters will head to the polls tomorrow to decide which Democrats and Republicans will represent their political parties in the November election.
Trump, endorsements & early voting | Battleground Texas
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski talk about the president's visit to Corpus Christi, the endorsements that he has and hasn't given, and the final day of early voting.
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski talk about the president's visit to Corpus Christi, the endorsements that he has and hasn't given, and the final day of early voting.
One day left of early voting in Texas | Battleground Texas
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans.
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans.
Polls show a tight GOP U.S. Senate race | Battleground Texas
The latest poll numbers show a very close race between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate Republican nomination. Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski share what they've learned.
The latest poll numbers show a very close race between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate Republican nomination. Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski share what they've learned.
State of the Union, Dan Crenshaw & more | Battleground Texas
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski talk about the upcoming State of the Union address, as well as the political back-and-forth between the U.S. Senate candidates in Texas. Plus, Rep. Dan Crenshaw is seeking re-election in District 2.
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski talk about the upcoming State of the Union address, as well as the political back-and-forth between the U.S. Senate candidates in Texas. Plus, Rep. Dan Crenshaw is seeking re-election in District 2.
Surge in Democrats voting early in Texas primaries | Battleground Texas
Through one week of early voting in Texas primaries, the numbers show Democrats are voting more than Republicans. Rudy Koski, Steven Dial and Mark Jones discuss that and much more leading up to the Texas primaries on March 3 in this episode of Battleground Texas.
Through one week of early voting in Texas primaries, the numbers show Democrats are voting more than Republicans. Rudy Koski, Steven Dial and Mark Jones discuss that and much more leading up to the Texas primaries on March 3 in this episode of Battleground Texas.
Joan Huffman, Spanish ads & more | Battleground Texas
Politics reporter Greg Groogan interviews Texas Attorney General candidate Joan Huffman about her campaign. Plus, the Democrats for U.S. Senate were out and about on Thursday. James Talarico talked about his new Spanish language ad.
Politics reporter Greg Groogan interviews Texas Attorney General candidate Joan Huffman about her campaign. Plus, the Democrats for U.S. Senate were out and about on Thursday. James Talarico talked about his new Spanish language ad.
Republicans for U.S. Senate in Texas | Battleground Texas
Political reporters from Dallas, Austin, and Houston share the latest on the heated U.S. Senate Republican primary race between Sen. John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, and Wesley Hunt. Plus, Greg Groogan talks to District 8 candidate Nick Tran.
Political reporters from Dallas, Austin, and Houston share the latest on the heated U.S. Senate Republican primary race between Sen. John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, and Wesley Hunt. Plus, Greg Groogan talks to District 8 candidate Nick Tran.
Cornyn, Paxton trade jabs as Texas Senate race heats up
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans. On today's show we break down a feisty Republican AG debate, look at recent comments from Republican Senate candidates Ken Paxton and John Cornyn and sit down with Rep. Al Green as he fights to hold on to his seat in Congress.
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans. On today's show we break down a feisty Republican AG debate, look at recent comments from Republican Senate candidates Ken Paxton and John Cornyn and sit down with Rep. Al Green as he fights to hold on to his seat in Congress.
Voting begins, Talarico-Colbert Interview Controversy
Early voting is now underway in the state of Texas. The Battleground Texas team talks to Gov. Greg Abbott about the midterm's impact on the state and Congressional candidate Alex Mealer about the race for TX-09. Then, they break down the recent controversy surrounding James Talarico's interview with Stephen Colbert and Jasmine Crockett on concerns about her electability.
Early voting is now underway in the state of Texas. The Battleground Texas team talks to Gov. Greg Abbott about the midterm's impact on the state and Congressional candidate Alex Mealer about the race for TX-09. Then, they break down the recent controversy surrounding James Talarico's interview with Stephen Colbert and Jasmine Crockett on concerns about her electability.
Allred vs. Johnson & TX-32 Race | Battleground Texas
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans. In today's episode, Colin Allred is on the attack against Rep. Julie Johnson. The new ads that criticize the Congresswoman and how she is fighting back. Plus, a closer look at Texas' packed 32nd Congressional District race. Hear from some of the top candidates as early voting approaches.
Politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski ask leaders the questions that matter to Texans. In today's episode, Colin Allred is on the attack against Rep. Julie Johnson. The new ads that criticize the Congresswoman and how she is fighting back. Plus, a closer look at Texas' packed 32nd Congressional District race. Hear from some of the top candidates as early voting approaches.
Texas GOP chairman confident Republican voters will show up in November
Despite a surprising loss already in the 2026 election cycle, the chairman of the Texas GOP is confident Republican voters will turn out when the votes matter most in November.
Despite a surprising loss already in the 2026 election cycle, the chairman of the Texas GOP is confident Republican voters will turn out when the votes matter most in November.
Texas GOP head on Republican turnout | Battleground
FOX political reporter Steve Dial sat down with Texas Republican Party Chairman Abraham George. He said he is confident GOP voters will show up when it matters most.
FOX political reporter Steve Dial sat down with Texas Republican Party Chairman Abraham George. He said he is confident GOP voters will show up when it matters most.
Texas AG candidates & early voting | Battleground Texas
In the Republican scramble for the Texas Attorney General's Office, only one candidate has the full backing of incumbent Ken Paxton. But Aaron Reitz is polling in fourth place. The Texas trio talked to him, along with Chip Roy. He and Mayes Middleton are polling first and second.
In the Republican scramble for the Texas Attorney General's Office, only one candidate has the full backing of incumbent Ken Paxton. But Aaron Reitz is polling in fourth place. The Texas trio talked to him, along with Chip Roy. He and Mayes Middleton are polling first and second.
Texas AG polls and talking to Sid Miller | Battleground Texas
On today's episode of Battleground Texas, politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski look at the latest polls for the Texas Attorney General race. Plus, they talk to Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.
On today's episode of Battleground Texas, politics reporters Steven Dial, Greg Groogan, and Rudy Koski look at the latest polls for the Texas Attorney General race. Plus, they talk to Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.
ICE, approval ratings & the polls | Battleground Texas
On today's episode of Battleground Texas, the Texas trio talks about Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as possible legislation from Houston area Rep. Sylvia Garcia.
On today's episode of Battleground Texas, the Texas trio talks about Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as possible legislation from Houston area Rep. Sylvia Garcia.