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Chip Roy is known for calling out GOP leaders. He says that’s what Texas needs in an attorney general.

U.S. Rep. Chip Roy has broken with his party, and called out President Donald Trump and Attorney General Ken Paxton. He says his loyalty is to Texas and to the Constitution.

The Texas Tribune

February 13, 2016

One decade since Justice Scalia's death.

Reason

NTSB chair says Senate bill could have prevented DC air crash

Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy urged action on recommendations prompted by the January 2025 crash at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Roll Call

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Satellite licensing bill advances after Cruz, Cantwell deal

Senators reached agreement on a bill that would speed satellite licensing by the FCC, with additional checks to address Democratic concerns.

Roll Call

GOP Senate candidates pitch themselves as best to boost down-ballot Republicans

Both John Cornyn and Ken Paxton argue they’re best equipped to carry the torch for Republicans and fight off Democratic headwinds in local races.

The Texas Tribune

Cruz’s satellite licensing bill faces longer delay

A bill intended to speed up approval of new satellites remains on hold after a Senate panel did not return to work on the proposal Wednesday.

Roll Call

On the issues: a Q&A with the Texas Democrats running for U.S. Senate

To help primary voters differentiate between the two, we asked Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico where they fall on major issues, ranging from international policy to taxes. See where they stand, and how they differ.

The Texas Tribune

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Senate panel delays action on satellite licensing bill

Proposal would speed federal approval of new satellites as SpaceX seeks to build a large constellation of AI data satellites.

Roll Call

Trump floats Ted Cruz for Supreme Court again, and his reason why Democrats would approve him has everyone laughing

That’s peak roasting!

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On the issues: Q&A with the Republicans running for Texas attorney general

Texas’ next top lawyer will inherit an office that has become the tip of the spear of the conservative legal movement. To help primary voters differentiate, we asked the four GOP candidates where they stand on the agency’s major issues.

The Texas Tribune

Ted Cruz dragged online for saying the US should arm protesters – in Iran

‘We should be arming the protesters in Iran. NOW. For the Iranian people to overthrow the Ayatollah,’ Cruz wrote on X

The Independent UK

Ted Cruz Calls On Trump Admin To 'Ratchet Things Down' As Republicans Join Backlash Over Killing Of Alex Pretti

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz joined the Republicans criticizing the Trump administration over the killing of Alex Pretti and its aftermath, saying that "everyone" should "ratchet things down."

Latin Times

‘You’re going to lose’: A leaked Trump–Cruz call goes off the rails over fears of a ‘bloodbath’

Ted Cruz is apparently proud of this fight.

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Trump news at a glance: White House poised to scale back surge in Minnesota as outrage mounts over killings

President and team soften harsh rhetoric after fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents – key US politics stories from Monday 26 January at a glance

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'Maybe Vance wants to signal...': Former Indian diplomat on why JD Vance has been blocking US-India deal

As the US-India trade consultations are still on, while India is all set to sign 'mother of all deals' with the EU, a major shocker dropped as it has been revealed that Vice President JD Vance is one of the major players stalling the deal. The other players are White…

The Times of India

Russian oil goes to India, Europeans buy refined products from them: Scott Bessent

Treasury secretary Scott Bessent said the US made much bigger sacrifices than the European countries in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. "We have put 25% tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. Guess what happened last week? The Europeans signed a trade deal with India," Bessent said, explaining that Russian oil goes…

The Guardian - US

Cruz reportedly says Trump yelled and cursed over warning of midterm election ‘bloodbath’

US senator warned that Republicans would lose elections if prices continue to rise, prompting president to respond ‘fuck you, Ted’

The Times of India

'Self-sabotage': Indian-American entrepreneurs reject JD Vance as 'India's friend' after trade deal 'leaked' audio; 'To appease the groypers'

Indian-American business leaders reacted in disbelief that Vice President JD Vance, married to Indian-origin Usha Vance, opposed the India-US trade deal, as revealed by Senator Ted Cruz during a private meeting with donors. The Indian lobby said Vance's stand is nothing but a self-sabotage which he is doing only to…

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The Independent UK

Ted Cruz privately rants against Trump’s tariffs and claims ‘Tucker created JD,’ according to secret recordings

Cruz, 55, widely expected to make another run at the White House in 2028, told the gathered crowd that he warned the president that the GOP was facing an election “bloodbath” if the administration didn’t tackle affordability and inflation

The Times of India

Ted Cruz says Navarro, JD Vance blocked India trade deal; mocks Trump tariffs in leaked audio

Senator Ted Cruz was secretly recorded criticizing Vice President JD Vance and mocking President Trump's tariff policy. Cruz warned donors that the tariffs could harm the economy and lead to Trump's impeachment, recounting a heated call with the President. He also accused Vance of being a protégé of Tucker Carlson,…

Latin Times

Ted Cruz Reportedly Claims Trump Told Him 'F--k You' When He Tried To Warn Him Against Tariffs

Texas Senator Ted Cruz said President Donald Trump told him "f--k you" when he tried to warn him against imposing tariffs as a key part of his policies, according to a new report.

Axios

Exclusive: In secret recordings, Cruz trashes Trump tariffs, Vance

The comments to donors last year are some of the harshest criticisms of Trump and Vance by a fellow Republican.

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‘Kind of like a Texas groundhog’: Ted Cruz just fled Texas again – do people have to deal with another winter storm without him?

Ted Cruz would never experience what his residents must.

The Independent UK

Internet raises its collective eyebrow after Ted Cruz leaves Texas ahead of winter storm. But, he says he will be back

Cruz was spotted on a flight to California days before Texas is expected to get hit with a potentially deadly winter storm

The Texas Tribune

Texas Republicans have huge cash edge in statewide elections

Democrats could be more competitive financially in the U.S. Senate race, but their comparatively small fundraising hauls for state office leave them with fewer resources to reach voters.

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