Rep. Hunt talks focusing on issues, a Closer Look at Texas' School Choice program
On this edition of "Texas: The Issue Is," the "Texas Trio" have the latest Texas politics news including a discussion with Rep. Hunt about focusing on issues and a closer look at Texas' School Choice Program. That and much more!
On this edition of "Texas: The Issue Is," the "Texas Trio" have the latest Texas politics news including a discussion with Rep. Hunt about focusing on issues and a closer look at Texas' School Choice Program. That and much more!
AG Paxton files motion to keep Democrats from voting in Texas GOP primaries
Paxton filed the motion jointly in a federal court with the Republican Party of Texas on Thursday. The RPT sued Secretary of State Jane Nelson at the beginning of September to achieve the same goal.
Paxton filed the motion jointly in a federal court with the Republican Party of Texas on Thursday. The RPT sued Secretary of State Jane Nelson at the beginning of September to achieve the same goal.
Texas cities with 'political agendas' on roads could now be stripped of funding
While the directive does not specify the "political ideologies" that could yank road project funding from cities, the move comes days after a rainbow crosswalk was repainted in a prominent Texas "gayborhood."
While the directive does not specify the "political ideologies" that could yank road project funding from cities, the move comes days after a rainbow crosswalk was repainted in a prominent Texas "gayborhood."
These Texas GOP reps could be banned from 2026 election
The Republicans are accused of acting against GOP values during the regular session, including supporting Speaker Dustin Burrows' successful bipartisan run against the party's favored candidate.
The Republicans are accused of acting against GOP values during the regular session, including supporting Speaker Dustin Burrows' successful bipartisan run against the party's favored candidate.
Texas DPS directed to increase new THC rule enforcement
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
Houston Rep. Wesley Hunt joins Paxton, Cornyn in GOP race for Senate
The two-term state representative is giving up his safe seat to launch a federal run that he says will be about "faith."
The two-term state representative is giving up his safe seat to launch a federal run that he says will be about "faith."
Today is last day to register to vote in Texas for November 2025 election: Check your status
Today is the last day to register to vote for the 2025 Election. Registering to vote in Texas is easy as long as you are eligible.
Today is the last day to register to vote for the 2025 Election. Registering to vote in Texas is easy as long as you are eligible.
Texas AG Ken Paxton to speak at Turning Point USA event in Lubbock
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is scheduled to speak at an event hosted by the Texas Tech University chapter of the conservative advocacy organization Turning Point USA on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Lubbock.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is scheduled to speak at an event hosted by the Texas Tech University chapter of the conservative advocacy organization Turning Point USA on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in Lubbock.
James Talarico sets record with $6.2M raised weeks after joining Senate race
The Democrat's record-breaking haul was achieved just three weeks after announcing his intent to run.
The Democrat's record-breaking haul was achieved just three weeks after announcing his intent to run.
'Radical Left' can't prevent Ten Commandments in Texas classrooms, AG Paxton says
The AG says he'll defend schools from "the radical Left" if they comply with Senate Bill 10, which mandates the Christian rules be displayed in every public classroom in Texas.
The AG says he'll defend schools from "the radical Left" if they comply with Senate Bill 10, which mandates the Christian rules be displayed in every public classroom in Texas.
The federal government has shut down. Here’s what it means for Texas
Many federal employees are required to continue working without pay, though furloughs — or the usual uptick in workers calling in sick — could disrupt some services.
Many federal employees are required to continue working without pay, though furloughs — or the usual uptick in workers calling in sick — could disrupt some services.
New Texas THC rule enforcement begins Wednesday
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Ballot Breakdown: Texas Proposition 2 explained
The voter registration deadline is fast approaching if you want to vote in the November 4 election. FOX 16's Lina DeFlorias breaks down what Proposition 2 is.
The voter registration deadline is fast approaching if you want to vote in the November 4 election. FOX 16's Lina DeFlorias breaks down what Proposition 2 is.
Texas AG Ken Paxton serves up burgers at Plano McDondalds
The videos show Paxton passing orders through the drive-through window, working the french fry station, and taking a look at the order monitor.
The videos show Paxton passing orders through the drive-through window, working the french fry station, and taking a look at the order monitor.
New emergency THC rules now in effect in Texas
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
Casinos and online sports betting? Rep. Vikki Goodwin says put it to the people | Texas: The Issue is
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her vision for the position and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her vision for the position and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.
Bobby Pulido, Tejano star and Texas Democrat, aims to flip GOP-held Congress seat
Bobby Pulido has been making music in Texas for over 30 years. Now, he aims to win a U.S. House seat in a district strongly held by a Republican representative.
Bobby Pulido has been making music in Texas for over 30 years. Now, he aims to win a U.S. House seat in a district strongly held by a Republican representative.
Where does free speech end on Texas college campuses?
Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two Texas college students have been expelled and hundreds of teachers are being investigated by the Texas Education Agency for public comments that have sparked a fierce public debate over the limits of freedom of speech.
Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two Texas college students have been expelled and hundreds of teachers are being investigated by the Texas Education Agency for public comments that have sparked a fierce public debate over the limits of freedom of speech.
Texas: The Issue Is Podcast - September 14, 2025
Join the Texas Trio for the latest in political news across the state of Texas.
Join the Texas Trio for the latest in political news across the state of Texas.
Are Texas Democrats setting up for a contentious U.S. Senate primary? | Texas: The Issue is:
Texas Democrats appear to be setting up for a contentious primary season, particulary when it comes to who will represent the party in the U.S. Senate race.
Texas Democrats appear to be setting up for a contentious primary season, particulary when it comes to who will represent the party in the U.S. Senate race.