Texas Republicans In Congress Stand Behind Donald Trump After Latest Lndictment
GOP lawmakers dismiss the charges over classified documents as a partisan attack, but Democrats say the matter proves nobody is above the law.
Read MoreJun 9, 2023 | National News, Politics
GOP lawmakers dismiss the charges over classified documents as a partisan attack, but Democrats say the matter proves nobody is above the law.
Read MoreJun 9, 2023 | Politics, State News
The lawsuit claims the Environmental Protection Agency exceeded its authority with its plan to reduce ozone emissions that cross state lines.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Politics, State News
The governor revealed plans for a floating river barrier at a Capitol signing ceremony for six new laws related to border security. The first 1,000-foot section will be set up near Eagle Pass.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Politics, State News
It is not immediately clear what Paul was charged with, but Travis County officials confirmed he was being held in the jail at the request of the FBI. Paxton’s deputies accused Paul of bribing the now-suspended attorney general in 2020.
Read MoreJun 8, 2023 | Politics, State News
The 88th regular session of the Texas Legislature saw very limited progress in transportation and toll reforms, leaving taxpayers with little to celebrate. Bills that aimed to address issues such as remote kill switches in cars, road diets, drivers’ right to repair, toll reductions after road debt is paid, and toll collections/billing reform were not given hearings or voted out of committee. However, there were small victories such as the defeat of bills proposing a mileage tax and the extension of a private toll contract, as well as the passage of bills for weatherizing roads and repealing vehicle inspections for certain vehicle owners. The session also witnessed the passage of bills favoring the electric vehicle industry and implementing anti-car measures inspired by the Green New Deal playbook.
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