2026 elections
Local Republicans React with Disappointment to Trump’s Pardon of Henry Cuellar: What It Means for the Community
Recently, Zapata County Republican Chairwoman Jennifer Thatcher was taken aback by President Donald Trump’s decision to pardon Rep. Henry Cuellar. ... Read more
GOP Rep. Troy Nehls Announces Surprise Decision Not to Seek Reelection: What It Means for Texas Politics
U.S. Representative Troy Nehls, a Republican from Richmond, Texas, has decided not to run for reelection. This makes him the ... Read more
How Abbott and Legislators’ Comments Led to the Downfall of Texas’ New Voting Map
In mid-August, a major discussion erupted in Texas over redistricting. CNN’s Jake Tapper interviewed Governor Greg Abbott, questioning the timing ... Read more
Texas Redistricting Ruling Shakes Up Candidates’ 2026 Strategies: What You Need to Know
In August, the Texas Legislature approved a congressional map designed to gain five additional seats for the GOP. This move ... Read more
Texas Congressional Map for 2026 Blocked by Federal Court: What This Means for Voters
Texas must stick to its 2021 congressional map for the 2026 election. A three-judge panel decided this on Tuesday, marking ... Read more
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Texas Representative James Talarico Announces Exciting Democratic Primary Campaign for U.S. Senate
Texas Representative James Talarico is set to announce his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, according to sources who ... Read more
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Doggett Declines Re-election Bid if New District is Approved, Opening Door for Casar’s Opportunity
Rep. Lloyd Doggett, a longtime representative of Austin, announced he won’t seek reelection if a new Republican-drawn map takes effect ... Read more
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Ken Paxton Urges Texas Supreme Court to Expel 13 House Democrats Amid Redistricting Crisis
Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken a bold step by asking the Texas Supreme Court to remove 13 Democratic representatives ... Read more
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Texas House Democrats Take Bold Stand Against GOP’s Congressional Map: Why They Fled the State
Texas Democratic lawmakers recently fled the state to block a new congressional map that could give Republicans five additional House ... Read more
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Texas House Republicans Reveal Bold New Congressional Map Aiming to Secure Five Additional GOP Seats
Texas GOP lawmakers have released a new draft of the state’s congressional map, aiming to reshape district lines and potentially ... Read more
