As Senate Race Heats Up, Ted Cruz Pitches Himself As The Better Bipartisan
WASHINGTON — Heading into the heat of his reelection race against Dallas Congressman Colin Allred,...
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About 40% Of Texas Election Administrators Leave Their Job Each Presidential Election Cycle, Report Finds
Before every election, Roxzine Stinson prints out a sheet of paper with the phone numbers of state...
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Texas, Biden Administration Take Their Battle Over New Immigration Law To Federal Appeals Court
A federal appeals court in New Orleans heard arguments regarding Texas’ controversial Senate Bill 4, which would allow state police to arrest migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally. The Biden administration and civil rights organizations argue the law is unconstitutional, while Texas officials claim it aligns with federal law. The court must now decide if SB 4 can go into effect, a decision that could have significant implications for immigration enforcement in the state.
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Influential Conservative PAC Wades Into Texas Legislature Primaries
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
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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