Tensions Escalate Before The Texas Speaker Race Vote As Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Targets...
On Tuesday, the 2025 Texas Legislature convened at noon. The following 140 days will determine the state budget for the next two years and...
“You Had Sex With Your Staffer. The Clock Is Ticking…”
On Friday evening, The Quorum Report reported a complaint - that was leaked to them - made against Rep. Bryan Slaton, which corroborates the...
Gov. Greg Abbott to Allow Texas Hair Salons and Pools to Reopen Friday and...
Gov. Greg Abbott will allow hair salons and pools in Texas to reopen Friday and gyms on May 18, moving more quickly than expected to further...
One of 12 GOP Leaders Responsible for Racist Social Media Posts Steps Aside
The chair-elect of the Harris County Republican Party has announced he will not be assuming office.
Keith Nielsen made his announcement on Facebook over the...
One year in, here’s how freshmen legislators valued constituent communication
Representing the public is a challenging but extremely important job. Though many see politicians through a cynical lens, elected officials are, by definition, public...
How Much Do The “Big Three” Have In Their War Chest?
On Wednesday, state-level campaign finance reports were released, offering a glimpse into the war chest of some of Texas’ top politicians; like the “Big...
GOP "Texodus" in the State House
In recent months, news of retirements by six Republican members of the Texas congressional delegation has led some opponents to declare a GOP “Texodus.” The same is starting to happen at the state level with Republicans in the Texas House.
House And Senate Tensions Flare In Upcoming Education-Focused Special Session
With a special session on education right around the corner and Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial in the rearview mirror, things in the Capitol are...
Tony Tinderholt: Leaving Texas children behind
Tony Tinderholt has to adjust his priorities – our kids need the legislature to invest in their future, by prioritizing their needs and paying less attention to corporate special interests.
After More Than a Decade, Rep. Bobby Guerra to Step Down, Opening District 41...
With Democratic State Representative R.D. “Bobby” Guerra stepping down after more than a decade in office, the...
