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Texas elections aren’t official until they get certified. Here’s how it works.

The typically low-key process has come under scrutiny since Jan. 6 rioters sought to halt certification of the 2020 presidential election.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 29

As Dems target the Texas House, GOP Speaker Dustin Burrows is campaigning like his gavel’s at stake

Flipping 14 seats would give Democrats control of the lower chamber, but even putting a major dent in the GOP's margin could complicate Burrows’ ability to govern, or even remain speaker.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

With dueling Trump-Talarico rallies, Lubbock became the center of the political universe

Lubbock, the second most populous city in West Texas, has been a reliable Republican stronghold. Democrats, like Talarico, hope to close yawning gaps in rural areas that have kept them out of power.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump

Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 21

Broadband grants paused as critics allege favoritism toward Elon Musk’s Starlink

The Texas Broadband office made the announcement after facing scrutiny from lawmakers for changing the rules to seemingly favor companies such as Elon Musk’s Starlink.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12

Why lawmakers are concerned about where billions in broadband funding is going

Texas lawmakers accuse the state broadband office of favoritism and sweetheart deals after satellite internet providers received most of the funding.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 28

Texas lawmakers call for audit of state’s broadband grant funding

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows are questioning how the state distributes funding for internet services.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 21

At Texas GOP convention, friction overshadows talk of unity

The Republican Party of Texas’ meeting in Houston offered a look at the state GOP’s next chapter and messaging heading into the fall’s midterm elections.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 14

Texas GOP Chair Abraham George ousted by second-in-command D’rinda Randall

Randall’s supporters were animated by a mix of factors, including the perception that George was too friendly to establishment Republicans.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 12

Texas Tech QB who placed bets will not play amid Big 12 lawsuit, legal threat from Paxton

A Lubbock judge blocked the NCAA from banning quarterback Brendan Sorsby despite an acknowledged gambling addiction.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 11