Category: Politics

Influential Conservative PAC Wades Into Texas Legislature Primaries

Influential Conservative PAC Wades Into Texas Legislature Primaries

Apr 3, 2024 |

The conservative attack on Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan intensifies as the Club For Growth, known for supporting hard-right federal candidates, targets him and four other Republican incumbents in TV ads, calling Phelan “unwaveringly liberal” and a “Democrat in disguise.” Despite passing conservative legislation, including permitless carry of handguns and a near-total ban on abortion, Phelan faces criticism from within his party for failing to support school vouchers and supporting the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton, leading to a runoff election where his conservative credentials are under scrutiny.

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House Speaker Dade Phelan’s Immigration Record Central In Bid To Oust Him

House Speaker Dade Phelan’s Immigration Record Central In Bid To Oust Him

Apr 1, 2024 |

Republican House Speaker Dade Phelan faced criticism for his failed proposal, House Bill 20, which sought to create a team to patrol the southern border but was blocked by Democrats. Phelan, who is now in a primary runoff, is defending his record on border security, highlighting his support for Senate Bill 4, which allows law enforcement to arrest suspected illegal border crossers, a law currently on hold due to legal challenges. The primary runoff against GOP activist David Covey reflects the intense focus on immigration in Texas politics, with Republicans aiming to prove their commitment to border security amidst increasing scrutiny.

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Ken Paxton Agrees To Community Service To Avoid Trial, Conviction In Securities Fraud Case

Ken Paxton Agrees To Community Service To Avoid Trial, Conviction In Securities Fraud Case

Mar 26, 2024 |

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has agreed to a pretrial deal that will see securities fraud charges against him dropped if he completes 100 hours of community service, takes legal ethics courses, and pays restitution. The nearly nine-year-old case alleged that Paxton solicited investors without disclosing his compensation, but he has consistently maintained his innocence, framing the case as politically motivated. Paxton’s agreement brings an abrupt end to the case, avoiding a trial that could have led to decades in prison and barred him from future office.

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Supreme Court Permits Texas Police To Arrest People Who Illegally Cross The Border As The SB 4 Legal Clash Continues

Supreme Court Permits Texas Police To Arrest People Who Illegally Cross The Border As The SB 4 Legal Clash Continues

Mar 19, 2024 |

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 in favor of allowing a Texas law empowering local law enforcement to arrest individuals suspected of illegally crossing the Texas-Mexico border to take effect amid ongoing legal challenges. The decision, which overturns a lower court’s block of the law, has drawn criticism from some Mexican officials and immigrant rights groups, who argue that the law is unconstitutional and threatens immigrant communities in Texas. The legal battle is set to continue, with the case returning to the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals for further consideration.

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Early Voting Turnout In 2024 Texas Primaries Slumps Compared To 2020

Early Voting Turnout In 2024 Texas Primaries Slumps Compared To 2020

Mar 3, 2024 |

Texans saw a significant drop in early voting turnout for the 2024 primary election compared to 2020, with about 10% of registered voters participating early. The decline was largely driven by decreased Democratic turnout, while Republican participation increased slightly. Experts attribute the decline to voter apathy, a lack of competitive races, and confusion over new voting requirements.

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