Congressmen resign, Talarico breaks records & more | Battleground Texas
This episode of Battleground Texas covers a massive political shakeup including the resignations of Congressmen Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell, the record-breaking $27 million fundraising haul by Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico, and exclusive interviews regarding the ongoing military conflict with Iran and the high-stakes Republican runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.
This episode of Battleground Texas covers a massive political shakeup including the resignations of Congressmen Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell, the record-breaking $27 million fundraising haul by Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico, and exclusive interviews regarding the ongoing military conflict with Iran and the high-stakes Republican runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.
Ruling allows Ten Commandments in TX classrooms
Constitutional Law Attorney David Coale joins Good Day to break down a major federal appeals court ruling regarding Ten Commandments displayed in classrooms and what it means for future legal challenges.
Constitutional Law Attorney David Coale joins Good Day to break down a major federal appeals court ruling regarding Ten Commandments displayed in classrooms and what it means for future legal challenges.
Ruling allows Ten Commandments in TX classrooms
Constitutional Law Attorney David Coale joins Good Day to break down a major federal appeals court ruling regarding Ten Commandments in classrooms and what it means for future legal challenges.
Constitutional Law Attorney David Coale joins Good Day to break down a major federal appeals court ruling regarding Ten Commandments in classrooms and what it means for future legal challenges.
Multiple Dallas County voting issues raised ahead of runoffs
Issues with both parties have come to light in Dallas County ahead of scheduled runoff elections on local and state levels next month. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Issues with both parties have come to light in Dallas County ahead of scheduled runoff elections on local and state levels next month. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more.
Gas prices becoming key Texas Senate race topic
U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico has suggested the federal gas tax should be suspended to help Texans' wallets. Senator John Cornyn says the move would "explode" the national debt. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.
U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico has suggested the federal gas tax should be suspended to help Texans' wallets. Senator John Cornyn says the move would "explode" the national debt. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
James Talarico calls for suspension of federal gas tax; John Cornyn calls move "short-sighted solution"
High fuel prices are becoming a key talking point in the Texas race for U.S. Senate.
High fuel prices are becoming a key talking point in the Texas race for U.S. Senate.
Texas hemp industry braces for crucial April 23 hearing
A Travis County judge will decide Thursday whether to extend a block on Texas' ban on smokable hemp products like THCA flower.
A Travis County judge will decide Thursday whether to extend a block on Texas' ban on smokable hemp products like THCA flower.
Texas legislators press for Roblox safety investigation
The Texas Speaker of the House is pushing for an investigation into Roblox, the online game where simulations of the 2022 Uvalde mass shooting are available to play. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
The Texas Speaker of the House is pushing for an investigation into Roblox, the online game where simulations of the 2022 Uvalde mass shooting are available to play. FOX 4's Amelia Jones has more.
Dallas Democrat mistakenly declared dead, removed from polls
A well-known Dallas Democrat was removed from ballots after he was accidentally declared deceased. FOX 4's Steven Dial spoke with the man who believes this was more than just a clerical error.
A well-known Dallas Democrat was removed from ballots after he was accidentally declared deceased. FOX 4's Steven Dial spoke with the man who believes this was more than just a clerical error.
Dallas councilman launches $1M fresh market to combat East Oak Cliff 'food desert'
Frustrated by the absence of major grocery chains in East Oak Cliff, Dallas Councilman Maxie Johnson is using $1 million in city funds to launch a community-led fresh market and hydroponic farm.
Frustrated by the absence of major grocery chains in East Oak Cliff, Dallas Councilman Maxie Johnson is using $1 million in city funds to launch a community-led fresh market and hydroponic farm.
Will Texas call a special election to replace Rep. Tony Gonzales?
The resignation of Rep. Tony Gonzales leaves an open seat in Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, something that could be filled if Gov. Greg Abbott chooses to call a special election to fill the seat for the remainder of the term.
The resignation of Rep. Tony Gonzales leaves an open seat in Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, something that could be filled if Gov. Greg Abbott chooses to call a special election to fill the seat for the remainder of the term.
Lt. Col. Allen West resigns as chair of Dallas County GOP
Lt. Col. Allen West has stepped down from his position as chairman of the Dallas County Republican Party, the group announced Wednesday.
Lt. Col. Allen West has stepped down from his position as chairman of the Dallas County Republican Party, the group announced Wednesday.
Robert Cluck, mayor who brought Dallas Cowboys to Arlington, dies at 87
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Cornyn has small lead over Paxton in new Senate runoff poll
In a new poll ahead of the May 26 runoff for U.S. Senate, Texans appear to be leaning slightly toward four-term incumbent John Cornyn for their Republican nominee.
In a new poll ahead of the May 26 runoff for U.S. Senate, Texans appear to be leaning slightly toward four-term incumbent John Cornyn for their Republican nominee.
Texas Tech student sues to block punishment over Charlie Kirk comments
A Texas Tech law student is suing the school in an attempt to prevent her from being punished for comments she made after Charlie Kirk's assassination.
A Texas Tech law student is suing the school in an attempt to prevent her from being punished for comments she made after Charlie Kirk's assassination.
May Runoff | Battleground Texas
The latest episode of Battleground Texas features the Texas Trio analyzing the high-stakes May runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, the potential impact of Republican infighting on down-ballot races, and shifting voter dynamics regarding Hispanic support and sanctuary city policies.
The latest episode of Battleground Texas features the Texas Trio analyzing the high-stakes May runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, the potential impact of Republican infighting on down-ballot races, and shifting voter dynamics regarding Hispanic support and sanctuary city policies.
SCOTUS' Clarence Thomas to speak at UT Austin for 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is scheduled to speak at UT Austin this Wednesday amid a backdrop of significant institutional restructuring and heightened campus security.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is scheduled to speak at UT Austin this Wednesday amid a backdrop of significant institutional restructuring and heightened campus security.
Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales to retire amid pressure following personal scandal
Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales is retiring from office following a personal scandal, clearing the way for Republican Brandon Herrera to face Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in a competitive November election.
Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales is retiring from office following a personal scandal, clearing the way for Republican Brandon Herrera to face Democrat Katy Padilla Stout in a competitive November election.
'Institution of dead dogmas': Texas A&M professor resigns over trans, race-related policy
The philosophy professor at the center of January's controversy at Texas A&M University over writings by Plato being removed from coursework has turned in his resignation.
The philosophy professor at the center of January's controversy at Texas A&M University over writings by Plato being removed from coursework has turned in his resignation.