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Democrat Jon Rosenthal joins GOP-led Texas Railroad Commission with ideas, but faces an uphill fight

The oil field engineer’s technical expertise and perspective will give him influence in other ways, industry experts said.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 9

State-appointed managers in Texas takeover school districts brace for imminent removal

Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is selecting a new education commissioner, who would have the power to replace any or all appointed board managers.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 6

Texas spent billions on border security. What happens to Greg Abbott’s mission when Dems take over?

After Abbott’s defeat, Texas’ new governor faces questions about Operation Lone Star, border security and the future of immigration enforcement.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 6

Republicans Lose All Three Redrawn South Texas Border Districts Despite Redistricting Push

Democrats won all three contested South Texas border districts and several other targeted seats, limiting Republican gains despite a redistricting plan designed to expand the GOP delegation.

Latin Times · Nov 4

Tech Mogul Elon Musk's Nearly $190 Million Texas Senate Bet Ends in Disappointment

Democrat James Talarico defeated Elon Musk-backed Ken Paxton in Texas, despite Republicans' advertising advantage, while estimates of Musk's political spending in the state reached $224 million.

International Business Times UK · Nov 4

James Talarico wasn’t born the last time a Democrat won a Texas Senate race. At 37, he won one despite $200 million from Elon Musk to stop him

Talarico is the first Democrat to win a Senate race in Texas since 1988, carrying suburban counties Trump won two years ago.

Fortune · Nov 4

Talarico, Hinojosa usher in new era as Texas Democrats oust several top Republicans

Texas Tribune reporters provide live updates as Democrats stun Republicans, taking several statewide offices for the first time in decades.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 3

US midterm elections 2026: Inside the $11.6 billion money war for Senate control as battleground races heat up

Campaign spending for the US Senate elections in 2026 is expected to surpass $11.6 billion. Both Democrats and Republicans are strategically investing in key battleground states to influence outcomes. The races in Texas and several Republican-held states are drawing significant financial resources from political action committees and wealthy donors. While…

The Economic Times · Nov 2

Inside the booth: Faith, economy and immigration inspired these Texans’ votes

Several races in Texas drew national attention. On the eve of the election, Texans share what mattered to them.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 2

Texas parks department fights to withhold draft agenda amid fears of Boca Chica sale to SpaceX

The Texas Tribune reviewed a copy of a draft Texas Parks and Wildlife agenda that included discussion about ceding control of 1,300 acres in Cameron County, home to Boca Chica Beach and SpaceX’s launch site.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 31