Supreme Court hears arguments over birthright citizenship: What to know
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over whether to allow the Trump administration to block birthright citizenship in at least 27 states until it makes a final ruling.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder arrested protesting Senate hearing: 'RFK kills people with hate'
Ben Cohen was among seven others arrested after they disrupted the hearing, Capitol Police say.
'Mr. Moore...Mr. Moore?': Lawmakers caught sleeping during committee meetings
Several lawmakers struggled to stay awake during long committee sessions this week.
Democrats are deeply pessimistic about future of the party, poll finds
The level of optimism within the Democratic party has shifted since the group lost the White House and both chambers of Congress in 2024.
Qatar jet controversy: Can President Trump accept the $400 million gift?
Can President Trump accept a $400 million gifted jet from Qatar? Some Democratic and Republican lawmakers are calling for an ethics investigation saying the luxury jet violates the constitution's emoluments clause that bans presidents from accepting gifts from foreign governments without congressional approval. President Trump says the jet is not going to him, that it's being given to the Defense Department and will save taxpayer dollars.
Sen. Ted Cruz wants to give Americans $1K at birth to invest
The Invest America Act would put $1,000 from the government in an index fund that tracks the S&P 500.
Fentanyl Child Endangerment Act heads to Gov. Abbott's desk
The bill would charge those allowing a child, the elderly or disabled persons to be exposed to fentanyl to be charged with a felony.
Texas Lottery's future may come down to new Senate bill
The bill filed by Sen. Bob Hall is the latest in a series of bills that limit who can purchase tickets and who oversees the Texas Lottery.
Texas medical marijuana: House passes bill to expand Compassionate-Use Program
House Bill 46 would allow Texas veterans and expand medical conditions that qualify for the Texas' medical marijuana program.
Trump's budget proposal cuts Medicaid
Massive cuts to Medicaid are part of President Trump's "beautiful" budget bill after months of denials. Also, inflation is expected to be on the rise after a small drop in March and Republicans propose national school vouchers.
Texas lawmakers give initial approval to abolish STAAR test
Texas lawmakers have given initial approval to a bill that would abolish the STAAR test.
Texas bill increasing punishments for abortion pill distribution sparks Senate debate
A bill that recently passed through the Texas Senate, which could be considered a statewide ban on abortion pills, sparked a constitutionality debate on the Senate floor Monday.
United States, China agree to trade deal pause
The United States and China cut tariffs by more than 100% and agree to 90-day trade deal pause. Also, President Trump will sign an executive order to lower prescriptions.
Crenshaw: Mexico wants to team up to take down cartels
Rep. Dan Crenshaw says Mexico's new administration is looking to form a new partnership with the United States to take on the cartels. Could it actually happen? Then, could Texas expand its Compassionate Use program for medical marijuana?
Dan Crenshaw: Mexico leaders want to tackle drug cartels | What's Your Point?
"What's Your Point" host Greg Groogan shares an interview with Congressman Dan Crenshaw, who says Mexico's new leadership is eager to attack the drug cartels as part of a potent alliance with the U.S.
Panel reacts to Pope Leo XIV | What's Your Point?
69-year-old Chicago native Robert Francis Prevost, the first ever American-born pope, brings intriguing qualities to his new job.
Trump executive order to cut NPR, PBS funding | What's Your Point?
One of President Trump's latest executive orders seeks to cut off all federal funding to PBS and NPR, legacy taxpayer supported public networks, which he and many Republicans believe have become ideologically woke and demonstrably pro-democrat. Federal funding makes up 16% of PBS budget, and only 1% of NPR's panel.
Texas' mixed ratings of Trump handling the economy | What's Your Point?
New UT polling says many Texans aren't particularly happy with the president's handling of the economy and trade policy in particular. Is it too early to judge these policies?
Mexico willing to partner with U.S. to stop cartels, Rep. Crenshaw says | Texas: The Issue Is
Houston-area Congressman Dan Crenshaw tells Texas: The Issue Is that Mexico's new government is embracing the prospect of a partnership with the United States in an effort to stop the smuggling of drugs and humans across the border.
Texas bail reform: Gov. Abbott puts pressure on judges, lawmakers | What's Your Point?
The push intensifies for the call to give Texas judges additional authority to deny defendants bond.