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Brooke Rollins says she'll shield farmers from impacts of Trump's tariffs in ag secretary nomination hearing

Rollins previously led the Texas Public Policy Foundation and served under Gov. Rick Perry.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 23, 2025

Trump’s Texas Tycoons

Meet the Lone Star megadonors, think tankers, and politicians poised to play big roles in Trump’s comeback tour.

Texas Observer · Jan 13, 2025

Psychedelics garner right-wing support

Psychedelic reform has hit regulatory snags lately, but the right wing could be their biggest champion

Salon · Nov 23, 2024

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As Trump administration takes shape, Texas takes a back seat

So far Trump has looked elsewhere for his earliest cabinet and high-level staff appointments, in some cases passing over Texans who were in the mix.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 19, 2024

‘Fuck You Greg Abbott’—the Musical

A satirical show about the Texas governor in his youth offers a giant Ann Richards puppet, dancing Matthew McConaughey heads, and a moment of catharsis.

Texas Observer · Oct 31, 2024

As Robert Roberson’s execution neared, Gov. Greg Abbott stuck to silence

It’s rare for governors to step in to halt executions. In the case of Robert Roberson, it ended up being state lawmakers who took extraordinary steps.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 19, 2024

In Texas’ High Criminal Court Races, the Stakes Are Life or Death

Bipartisan opposition to planned execution highlights power of state’s top criminal appeals court as Paxton candidates and Dem opponents vie for open seats.

Texas Observer · Oct 16, 2024

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Speaker Boxing: Is Phelan Failin’, or Will the Far Right Fall Short Again?

The Paxton impeachment may have lit the match, but this fight is fueled by a yearslong campaign to incinerate what remains of bipartisan comity in the lower chamber.

Texas Observer · Oct 15, 2024

Former Gov. Rick Perry joins House Speaker Dade Phelan’s team as senior adviser

Perry was the longest-serving governor in Texas history.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 5, 2024

Can Law Forbid Threatening Judges with Impeachment Because of Their Votes?

Donald Trump, Rick Perry, and more.

Reason · Aug 22, 2024

“Always go out on top”: Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp will retire June 2025

Sharp leaves after having transformed the institution, embedding it into state government, expanding its reach and boosting its academic and athletic reputation.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 1, 2024

Essay: Life on the trail with Kinky

A Texas Tribune editor recalls working on the 2006 independent gubernatorial campaign of Kinky Friedman.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 28, 2024

Singer, songwriter, provocateur and politician Kinky Friedman dead at 79

Kinky Friedman, the singer, songwriter, satirist and novelist who also dabbled in Texas politics with a campaign for governor, has died

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024

“The house is on fire”: Texas GOP plots its next chapter amid civil war, depleted staff, funding drops

Under outgoing chair Matt Rinaldi, the party’s donor base has shrunk as it aligns with two far-right megadonors.

The Texas Tribune · May 23, 2024

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The Texas Tribune · May 21, 2024

Texas’ Republican old guard mobilizes to protect Dade Phelan from the far right

Phelan’s primary has emerged as a last stand for the Republican Party’s business-minded establishment against an insurgency primarily motivated by social and cultural issues.

Texas Observer · May 7, 2024

Rick’s Requiem: The Serious Impact of an Unserious Politician

A new book seeks to paint a more measured portrait of the oft-mocked Texas politician.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 7, 2024

House Speaker Dade Phelan took a risk on Paxton’s impeachment. It may end his career.

The May 28 runoff promises to be an expensive, high-profile contest that will help reshape the political dynamics of the Texas House.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 6, 2024

Moderate Republican Tony Gonzales fails to clinch GOP nomination, forced into runoff

State Rep. Craig Goldman and business owner John O’Shea are competing to replace U.S. Rep. Kay Granger. Brandon Gill won the GOP nomination to replace Michael Burgess.

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The Texas Tribune · Mar 1, 2024

Rick Perry stumps for Speaker Dade Phelan in final days of primary election

Donald Trump endorsed Phelan’s opponent, putting Perry at odds with the former president he served under as energy secretary.

Reason · Feb 2, 2024

Prof. Marty Lederman (Georgetown) on Trump v. Anderson: "Two Important Things All the Parties Get Wrong, …"

"and One Other Important Thing They Don’t Address."

Border crisis intensifies as Texas stands up against federal overreach

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry discusses the crisis at the southern border, emphasizing the need to protect the country from individuals with bad intent ...

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry predicts Texas will become even redder

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry discusses the political implications of the immigration crisis and emphasizes the need for stronger border security.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 10, 2024

In debate, GOP candidates for Texas House special election mirror statewide intraparty tensions

The two feuding Republicans were the top two finishers in a November special election to succeed expelled state Rep. Bryan Slaton, R-Royse City, in House District 2.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 14, 2023

Congress greenlights psychedelic treatment bill for active duty service members suffering from PTSD

The measure would allow superv ised clinical studies with active duty members. Psychedelic treatments for PTSD have found conservative supporters in the state for years.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 10, 2023

Mary Nan Huffman declares victory over Tony Buzbee in Houston City Council race

Buzbee challenged Mary Nan Huffman, the incumbent, who was backed by the Texas GOP and local Republican officials.

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