Texas bill banning phones in schools sent to Gov. Abbott for approval
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
Elon Musk gets White House send-off from President Trump
Elon Musk made his White House departure official, but both President Trump and Musk say he’ll continue “helping all the way."
President Trump's tariffs return | D.C. Daily
President Trump's tariffs are back after a court ruled he didn't have the power to roll them out using emergency power, but on Thursday an appeals court said they can stay for now. It is Elon Musk's last day as Special Government employee.
Bill expanding Texas student discipline options awaits Gov. Abbott's signature
Gov. Greg Abbott says he plans to sign the bill into law once it reaches his desk, calling the proposal “common sense."
Beto O'Rourke on Democrats' 2024 election losses in Texas: 'Our party was not listening'
Former Congressman Beto O'Rourke discussed the Democratic Party's future, ahead of his Humble town hall Thursday evening.
Texas legislative session | Texas: The Issue Is
In this episode of Texas: The Issue Is, the team takes a look at some of the big developments this legislative session.
Texas Senate leaders celebrate passage of homestead exemption increases
Leaders in the Texas Senate will hold a news conference Thursday on the passage of two bills that will give homeowners in the state larger tax savings.
Groups prepared to sue Texas over bill requiring Ten Commandments in public schools
Civil liberties groups, including the ACLU, are planning to sue the state of Texas over a bill requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments.
HHS, led by vaccine skeptic RFK Jr., cancels contract to fight flu viruses
The Health and Human Services Department, led by vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has canceled $766 million in payments to develop a vaccine against pandemic flu viruses.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick criticizes media in push for THC ban
As the Texas THC ban bill heads to Gov. Abbott's desk, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick delivered a public tongue-lashing to the Texas media which he claims has failed to adequately report the hazards associated with potent synthetic marijuana products.
Texas THC ban: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick continues push for SB3
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a news conference on Wednesday afternoon surrounded by THC-infused snacks as a bill to ban THC products awaits approval from Gov. Greg Abbott.
Elon Musk ‘disappointed’ in Trump's ‘big, beautiful bill’
Elon Musk is criticizing the centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. Here’s what Musk is saying.
Texas Ten Commandments bill requiring display in schools heads to Gov. Abbott for approval
SB 10 would require schools to post a "durable poster or framed copy" of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom.
Trump rules out 2028 run as Republican contenders quietly position for next race
President Donald Trump names Vice President JD Vance and Sec. of State Marco Rubio as potential Republican successors.
Grapevine Lake crash: Gov. Abbott to suspects 'Welcome to Texas. Here's your Death Penalty'
Gov. Greg Abbott commented "Welcome to Texas. Here's your Death Penalty" after the arrest of two suspects in a deadly jet ski crash on Grapevine Lake.
Trump claims Canada 'considering' offer of free Golden Dome in exchange for becoming 51st state
Canada is 'not for sale,' Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney previously told Trump.
DOGE workers granted access to personal info | D.C. Daily
The Trump Administration is asking the Supreme Court to override a judge's order blocking migrant deportations to south Sudan. Plus, President Trump putting pressure on Harvard by asking federal agencies to cancel contracts with the university.
'I'm coming for the pimps': Texas lawmakers take aim at human trafficking profits
The amendment dictates that any money recovered during a trafficking investigation would be put in the county's general fund to be used to combat future human trafficking.
Texas voters to decide on constitutional amendment clarifying that only U.S. citizens can vote
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed new legislation on Monday that he says makes it “crystal clear" that only U.S. citizens are allowed to vote in Texas. Texas voters will decide on the issue in November.
Texas House approves $1.5 billion plan to attract movie and TV production
Texas wants Hollywood back... Lawmakers approved a $1.5 billion film incentive plan to boost the media production business in Texas.