Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries on border bill, reimbursing Texas
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries shared his thoughts on the Trump presidency, the possibility of reimbursing Texas for border security and Democratic efforts to retake the House.
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries shared his thoughts on the Trump presidency, the possibility of reimbursing Texas for border security and Democratic efforts to retake the House.
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries on the border, reimbursing Texas
House minority leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) sits down with FOX 4's Steven Dial to talk about the beginning of the Trump presidency, Texas Governor Greg Abbott's $11B request to be reimbursed for border security and what Democrats can do to take back the House. Then, Rice University's Mark Jones talks about the race for US Senate that could include a showdown between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, plus how Texans feel about several issues, including abortion and the Texas Lottery.
House minority leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) sits down with FOX 4's Steven Dial to talk about the beginning of the Trump presidency, Texas Governor Greg Abbott's $11B request to be reimbursed for border security and what Democrats can do to take back the House. Then, Rice University's Mark Jones talks about the race for US Senate that could include a showdown between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, plus how Texans feel about several issues, including abortion and the Texas Lottery.
Federal Election Commission dismisses complaint that Ted Cruz violated campaign finance law
The Federal Election Commission dismissed claims that Sen. Ted Cruz violated campaign finance laws.
The Federal Election Commission dismissed claims that Sen. Ted Cruz violated campaign finance laws.
Texas House unveils its own 'school choice' legislation with House Bill 2, 3
Like the Texas Senate, the House calls for a cash incentive paid from taxes for families who want to switch their kids from public to private school. But unlike the Senate, the House tied the amount of that incentive to public school funding.
Like the Texas Senate, the House calls for a cash incentive paid from taxes for families who want to switch their kids from public to private school. But unlike the Senate, the House tied the amount of that incentive to public school funding.
Texas Lottery concerns: Bill filed to ban app, Internet purchase of lotto tickets
More Texas officials have joined calls for an evaluation of the Texas Lottery after a controversial $83.5 million ticket was purchased in north Austin.
More Texas officials have joined calls for an evaluation of the Texas Lottery after a controversial $83.5 million ticket was purchased in north Austin.
Teacher pay raise bill sails through Texas Senate committee
A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday on a bill that would increase teacher pay in Texas.
A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday on a bill that would increase teacher pay in Texas.
Advocates concerned Texas lawsuit targeting transgender protections could lead to end of Section 504
A lawsuit from 17 states against adding gender dysphoria as a protected disability has advocates of other disabilities worried.
A lawsuit from 17 states against adding gender dysphoria as a protected disability has advocates of other disabilities worried.
Texas Lottery win raises concerns from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick: 'Doesn't look right'
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he is concerned about fairness and transparency after an $83.5 million-winning ticket was sold to a courier service that also owns the store where the ticket was bought.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he is concerned about fairness and transparency after an $83.5 million-winning ticket was sold to a courier service that also owns the store where the ticket was bought.
Texas bill would require proof of citizenship to register to vote | Texas: The Issue Is
A new poll shows a majority of Texans are in favor of some type of voter reform.
A new poll shows a majority of Texans are in favor of some type of voter reform.
Proof of citizenship, property tax relief bills
The FOX Texas Trio takes a closer look at two bills in the Texas Legislature. SB 309 requires proof of citizenship to register to voter and SB 4 increases the Homestead Exemption for Texas property tax relief.
The FOX Texas Trio takes a closer look at two bills in the Texas Legislature. SB 309 requires proof of citizenship to register to voter and SB 4 increases the Homestead Exemption for Texas property tax relief.
Elon Musk, Ted Cruz call for Texas House to pass school choice bill
Ted Cruz and Elon Musk are joining a growing number of people in Washington with eyes on the Texas lawmakers as school choice moves through the Texas House.
Ted Cruz and Elon Musk are joining a growing number of people in Washington with eyes on the Texas lawmakers as school choice moves through the Texas House.
Texas lawmakers want to establish a Bitcoin Reserve, what is it?
Texas lawmakers are pushing for investments into cryptocurrency as a way to diversify state funds.
Texas lawmakers are pushing for investments into cryptocurrency as a way to diversify state funds.
Texas Senate sends $140k Homestead Exemption bill to the House for approval
The bill would increase the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000, and $150,000 for seniors, which is the largest exemption increase in state history.
The bill would increase the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000, and $150,000 for seniors, which is the largest exemption increase in state history.
2026 US Senate: What new poll shows about possible Ken Paxton, John Cornyn race
Attorney General Ken Paxton is considering challenging sitting Senator John Cornyn for his seat in the Senate. A new poll from the University of Houston shows what Texas Republicans think of both men.
Attorney General Ken Paxton is considering challenging sitting Senator John Cornyn for his seat in the Senate. A new poll from the University of Houston shows what Texas Republicans think of both men.
Texas bill would allow parents to block students from certain school library books
Senate Bill 13 would allow parents to monitor and limit was materials their child could have access to in school libraries.
Senate Bill 13 would allow parents to monitor and limit was materials their child could have access to in school libraries.
AG Ken Paxton on US Senate: 'I don't know if I'm running for sure'
Attorney General Ken Paxton said he's still considering a primary challenge to incumbent Sen. John Cornyn next year.
Attorney General Ken Paxton said he's still considering a primary challenge to incumbent Sen. John Cornyn next year.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls on House to pass bail reform package
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Wednesday called on the Texas House to pass a series of bills designed to reform the state's bail system for violent offenders.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick on Wednesday called on the Texas House to pass a series of bills designed to reform the state's bail system for violent offenders.
Texas lawmakers reattempt to bring prayer, Ten Commandments into classrooms
Bills filed in the Texas Senate are once again trying to bring prayer and the Ten Commandments into public school classrooms.
Bills filed in the Texas Senate are once again trying to bring prayer and the Ten Commandments into public school classrooms.
THC cannabis debate heats up in Texas with Senate Bill 3
A ban on THC is one of the top pieces of legislation being pushed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. FOX 7 Austin's 7 On Your Side reporter John Krinjak takes a closer look at Senate Bill 3 and its potential impact.
A ban on THC is one of the top pieces of legislation being pushed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. FOX 7 Austin's 7 On Your Side reporter John Krinjak takes a closer look at Senate Bill 3 and its potential impact.
Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.