NY attorney general: Trump Organization probe is now criminal

The New York attorney general’s office says that it is conducting a criminal investigation into former President Donald Trump’s business empire, expanding what had previously been a civil probe.

After sweltering temperatures killed Texas prisoners, lawmakers vote to install air conditioning

The bill approved by the House aims to cool all of Texas’ prisons before 2029. But even if it is signed into law, the lockups will only be air conditioned if lawmakers provide funds for installation.

Lawsuit accuses Biden administration of threatening Texas' health care funding

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s lawsuit, filed Friday, argues that the Trump-era extension of the federal 1115 Medicaid funding waiver was lawful and that overturning it was a political move.

House Republicans choose Rep. Elise Stefanik as new conference chair, replacing Liz Cheney

Shortly after Cheney was removed, Rep. Elise Stefanik published a letter penned to House Republicans explaining why she wanted to be the next No. 3 Republican in the House.

Bill allowing permitless carrying of handguns will get hashed out behind closed doors

House Bill 1927 would nix the requirement for Texas residents to obtain a license to carry handguns if they’re not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a gun.

House Republicans oust Liz Cheney from leadership

Liz Cheney is no longer the Chair of the House Republican Conference, nor is she the third highest-ranking House Republican after falling out of favor with her Republican colleagues with her public criticism of former President Donald Trump.

Lawmakers debating bill that would fine those experiencing homelessness up to $500

House Bill 1925, has advanced through the house and it’s sparking conversation once more on what to do about those experiencing homelessness In the state.