WASHINGTON— In an exclusive interview with Texas Politics, U.S. Representative Pete Sessions (R) offered insight into ongoing discussions with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) , focusing on past inaction and future reform regarding regulatory agencies. The main discussion focused on the SEC and CFTC, as Congressional leaders press these agencies for more accountability and […] The post Session Says SEC is 'On Notice' as Congress Targets Enforcement Practices appeared first on ...| Texas Politics
Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against PowerSchool, a California- based provider of cloud services for K-12 schools, following a data breach that compromised the personal information of more than 880,000 Texas students and teachers. The attorney general’s office confirmed that the breath occurred in December 2024, when a hacker exploited a subcontractor’s account […] The post Paxton Sues PowerSchool Over Breach of Student Records appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
In an op-ed for GoSanAngelo, Rep. August Pfluger (R) celebrated the passage of the One Big Beautiful Act, calling it a “massive win” because tax cuts are coming for Texans. The post Pfluger Celebrates 'Historic' Tax Cuts For Texans appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) is urging Rep. Wesley Hunt (R) and his supporters to abandon any plans for a Senate run and throw their full support behind incumbent Senator John Cornyn (R). The post NRSC Calls Wesley Hunt Senate Run 'A Vanity Project' appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R) has filed a lawsuit against California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), claiming the Governor signed a "unconstitutional and retaliatory" redistricting bill in order to undermine President Trump ahead of the 2026 Midterms. The lawsuit alleges that the Election Rigging Response Act signed by Newsom is "plainly unconstitutional" and targets Texas and […] The post Ronny Jackson Pursues Lawsuit Against Newsom Amidst California Redistricting Law appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) endorsed state Rep. Dustin Burrows (R) for re-election this week during a campaign reception in Lubbock. The post Governor Abbott Endorses Burrows For Re-Election, Speakership appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R) and John Cornyn (R) are leading the renewed effort to overturn a controversial D.C. police reform law they argue has contributed to rising crime in the nation’s capital. READ MORE. The post LONESTAR — 9.5.2025 — Cruz, Cornyn Target D.C. Police Reform Law — Texas Senate Democrats Call Out New Abortion Restrictions — and More... appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
The Texas Senate Democratic Caucus has denounced the "Woman and Child Protection Act," calling it a dangerous expansion of Texas’ abortion restrictions that threatens women, families, and health care providers far beyond the states’ borders. The post Texas Senate Democrats Chide 'Woman and Child Protection Act' appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
Over 33K Epstein Files Released to Mixed Reviews From Public Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) announced on social media that over 33,000 of the “Epstein files” have been released. Despite Republican praise for the release, the launch is getting mixed reviews from the public who eagerly anticipates action from the Trump administration. READ MORE. […] The post LONESTAR — 9.4.2025 — Over 33K 'Epstein Files' Released — Texas House Bans Fundraising During Quorum Breaks — and More.....| Texas Politics
Ormat Technologies Inc. announced the successful start of commercial operations at its new Lower Rio Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Texas. The 60 Megaw| Texas Politics
The Texas Nuclear Alliance (TNA) has announced that American Fuel Resources has joined as its newest member, strengthening the state’s growing commitment to a| Texas Politics
In the wake of the July 4th floods that claimed the lives of 25 young girls and two counselors at Camp Mystic in Kerr County, Texas lawmakers are advancing swee| Texas Politics
Base Power, an Austin-based home energy company, has announced its expansion into Dallas-Fort Worth, to provide home energy and grid support.| Texas Politics
Two of the largest U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities reported sharp declines in gas demand this week, raising questions about potential outages| Texas Politics
A new Emerson College poll finds Senator John Cornyn (R) and Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) locked in a statistical tie in the race for the Republican nominati| Texas Politics
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) today issued a proclamation launching a Second Special Session, which convened at, with a focus on urgent legislative action, chi| Texas Politics
Texas has hit new milestones in workforce and job creation, according to July labor market data released by the Texas Workforce Commission. Governor Greg Abbott| Texas Politics
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) ceremonially signed Senate Bill 38 and Senate Bill 1333 into law at the Texas Capitol, aiming to close legal loopholes and give p| Texas Politics
A new Baselice & Associates poll found that a strong majority of Republican primary voters support a total ban on consumable THC products in Texas.| Texas Politics
The National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) has endorsed Aaron Reitz (R) in his bid to become the next Attorney General of Texas.| Texas Politics
This week, Reps. Jasmine Crockett (D) and Maxine Dexter (D) introduced the Combating Law Enforcement Anonymity by Requiring Identification Disclosure Act, or CLEAR ID Act.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) has announced a $3.6 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant to Austin Community College District (ACC) for new advanced manufacturing and precision welding labs at its Round Rock Campus.| Texas Politics
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R) and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller held a joint press conference in Mission to announce the delivery of Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R) and Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller held a joint press conference in Mission to announce the delivery of $280 million in drought relief through the 1944 Water Treaty Agricultural Assistance Program.| Texas Politics
A flash flood along the Guadalupe River in Texas killed at least 43 people and left dozens more missing, many of them children attending Camp Mystic, a A flash flood along the Guadalupe River killed at least 25 people and left dozens more missing, many of them children attending Camp Mystic, a private Christian summer camp for girls.| Texas Politics
As Americans celebrated Independence Day, tragedy struck South-Central Texas as severe flash flooding devastated the Hill Country region.| Texas Politics
A new Quantus Insights poll confirms that Americans are considering political alternatives amidst deeply entrenched polarization, declining optimism, and eroding faith in traditional institutions.| Texas Politics
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to control a dangerous livestock pest by releasing millions of sterile flies over Texas The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to control a dangerous livestock pest by releasing millions of sterile flies over Texas and Mexico, targeting the New World Screwworm (NWS), a flesh-eating maggot that threatens American agriculture.| Texas Politics
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected legal challenges to a temporary nuclear waste storage site near Texas’ border with New Mexico, handing a victory to the The U.S. Supreme Court rejected legal challenges to a temporary nuclear waste storage site near Texas’ border with New Mexico, handing a victory to the federal government in a decadeslong struggle over the disposal of spent nuclear fuel.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed House Bill 2 into law, delivering record $8.5 billion in new public education funding, including $4 billion specifically Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed House Bill 2 into law, delivering record $8.5 billion in new public education funding, including $4 billion specifically for teacher and staff pay raises. The bill signing ceremony took place at Salado Middle School and included more than 175 educators, students, and parents.| Texas Politics
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the State of Texas over a decades-old law that allows undocumented immigrants to receive The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the State of Texas over a decades-old law that allows undocumented immigrants to receive in-state tuition at public universities. Within hours of the DOJ’s complaint, a federal judge ruled in the department’s favor, halting enforcement of the policy established by the 2001 Texas Dream ...| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed into law what he called “the strongest bail reform package in Texas history,” during a ceremony held at Crime Stoppers of Houston. Surrounded by legislators, law enforcement, and victims’ families, Abbott emphasized that the new laws aim to close what he described as a “revolving door bail system” that has allowed violent offenders to be released and reoffend while awaiting trial. READ MORE.| Texas Politics
After announcing his retirement from the Texas House of Representatives, state Rep. Tony Tinderholt (R) has revealed his candidacy for Tarrant County Commissioner in Precinct 2.| Texas Politics
Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed into law what he called “the strongest bail reform package in Texas history,” during a ceremony held at Crime Stoppers of Governor Greg Abbott (R) signed into law what he called “the strongest bail reform package in Texas history,” during a ceremony held at Crime Stoppers of Houston. Surrounded by legislators, law enforcement, and victims’ families, Abbott emphasized that the new laws aim to close what he described as a “revolving door bail system...| Texas Politics
There’s more troubling news for Senator John Cornyn’s (R) reelection campaign as a new poll finds him trailing Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) by 22 points.| Texas Politics
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced this week the removal of BlackRock Inc. from Texas’ list of financial companies that boycott the oil and gas industry.| Texas Politics
The Texas Senate approved a measure that will allow judges to deny bail to individuals accused of serious violent crimes if they have prior convictions or are a| Texas Politics
A Texas Senate committee is weighing legislation that would prevent child abusers, and the organizations that shield them, from hiding behind non-disclosure agr| Texas Politics
The Texas House has overwhelmingly approved a bill to eliminate the controversial STAAR exam, aiming to transform the way the state assesses student learning and teacher performance.| Texas Politics
Texas is on the front lines of a new agricultural crisis after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an immediate suspension of live cattle, horse| Texas Politics
A proposed constitutional amendment to create a long-term, reliable funding source for Texas water projects would prioritize increasing supply over fixing aging| Texas Politics
Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced that his lawsuit against Coppell Independent School District (ISD) has been resolved, following the district’s a| Texas Politics
Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced an investigation against the Austin Independent School District (AISD), accusing the district of violating state law by promoting elements of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in its curriculum.| Texas Politics
Following the first vote to elect a Speaker of the House of Representatives for the 119th Congress, former Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has reached the threshold to retain the gavel. This moment could've been a massive roadblock not only for Republicans in the lower chamber but for President-elect Donald Trump (R) as the 2024 election is certified on Jan. 6.| Texas Politics
In response to the divide, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced a statewide tour in support of state Rep. Cook.| Texas Politics
Former Air Force Pilot and current congressman – Representative August Pfluger (R-TX) – sounded the alarm after seeing videos of China’s sixth-generation aircraft displayed in the skies. You can see a video and pictures of the new technology below:| Texas Politics
A recent string of graphic crimes have struck New York, leaving its citizens and Americans in general dismayed.| Texas Politics
The 1,000+ page resolution has received condemnation from Republicans who argue that the proposed CR is exactly why the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was created.| Texas Politics
Speaking on President-elect Trump’s appearance at the Army-Navy game, Rep. Hunt said it shows “the void of leadership that’s been missing.”| Texas Politics
Representatives Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Wesley Hunt (R-TX) are calling out Democrats for their disdain of voter ID laws as progressives have called the measure “racist” and believe it will disproportionately and purposely affect black voters.| Texas Politics
Former President Donald Trump (R) announced on his social media site Truth Social that his campaign and Vice President Kamala Harris’ (D) campaign have reached an agreement on their first (and possibly only) debate before the election on Nov. 5. The event will be held on ABC, a news outlet that President Trump is currently in litigation with alongside one of its anchors, George Stephanopoulos.| Texas Politics
Goldman Sachs – one of the world’s leading financial services firms – has decided to leave the Climate Action 100+ Network (CAN), a group dedicated to “fight the climate crisis and to achieve social justice.” This group has grabbed the attention of Republicans in the House Judiciary Committee who described the organization as a “cartel” that looks to enforce action from corporate greenhouse gas emitters. Representative Randy Weber (R-TX), especially after Goldman Sachs broke gro...| Texas Politics
Though President Biden released a statement on the anniversary of the attack that left 13 service members dead, President Trump is accusing the Biden-Harris Administration of being to blame for the attack.| Texas Politics