Houston fights against state legislation stripping local governance control
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and city officials protest House Bill 2127, which removes the authority of city and county governments to establish local laws differing from state standards, leading to a lawsuit seeking to declare the law unconstitutional. Supporters argue that uniform standards statewide would benefit businesses.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and city officials protest House Bill 2127, which removes the authority of city and county governments to establish local laws differing from state standards, leading to a lawsuit seeking to declare the law unconstitutional. Supporters argue that uniform standards statewide would benefit businesses.
Supreme Court rules against Biden's authority to forgive student loans, impact on borrowers
The Supreme Court's conservative majority ruled against President Biden's authority to forgive roughly $400 billion in student loans without congressional approval, sparking reactions from borrowers who face financial burdens and highlighting the repercussions for ongoing debt relief efforts.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority ruled against President Biden's authority to forgive roughly $400 billion in student loans without congressional approval, sparking reactions from borrowers who face financial burdens and highlighting the repercussions for ongoing debt relief efforts.
Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling: Equality vs. racial inequality
The Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action in college admissions has generated contrasting views, with supporters applauding equal treatment and critics asserting that it perpetuates racial inequality.
The Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action in college admissions has generated contrasting views, with supporters applauding equal treatment and critics asserting that it perpetuates racial inequality.
Supreme Court ends affirmative action in college admissions receiving mixed reactions
The Supreme Court's ruling striking down affirmative action in college admissions has sparked varied responses, with Asian Americans celebrating the decision as a milestone for their community. At the same time, critics argue it perpetuates "color blindness."
The Supreme Court's ruling striking down affirmative action in college admissions has sparked varied responses, with Asian Americans celebrating the decision as a milestone for their community. At the same time, critics argue it perpetuates "color blindness."
The Senate sets the rules - What's Your Point?
The Texas Senate has set the rules and the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney Ken Paxton will begin Tuesday, September 5th.
The Texas Senate has set the rules and the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney Ken Paxton will begin Tuesday, September 5th.
The 20 counts, allegations against Ken Paxton - What's Your Point?
The allegations against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton 20 counts including bribery, abuse of power, conspiracy, retaliation and dereliction of duty.
The allegations against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton 20 counts including bribery, abuse of power, conspiracy, retaliation and dereliction of duty.
The impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton- What's Your Point?
The impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
The impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
Key Witnesses: Former aides testify against suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging bribery and abuse
The case against Ken Paxton, the suspended Attorney General, hinges on the testimony of eight former top aides who accused him of bribery and abuse. Their firsthand knowledge make their testimony crucial in convincing senators of Paxton's wrongdoing and potentially leading to his expulsion from office.
The case against Ken Paxton, the suspended Attorney General, hinges on the testimony of eight former top aides who accused him of bribery and abuse. Their firsthand knowledge make their testimony crucial in convincing senators of Paxton's wrongdoing and potentially leading to his expulsion from office.
Upcoming trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton: Rules, challenges, and conflict of interest
The trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton is set to begin on September 5th with rules allowing both sides to call witnesses and present evidence within 24 hours each. The defense can challenge articles pre-trial, and a two-thirds vote is required for conviction. Senator Angela Paxton, the defendant's wife, is disqualified from voting due to the conflict of interest
The trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton is set to begin on September 5th with rules allowing both sides to call witnesses and present evidence within 24 hours each. The defense can challenge articles pre-trial, and a two-thirds vote is required for conviction. Senator Angela Paxton, the defendant's wife, is disqualified from voting due to the conflict of interest
Texas prosecutors foreshadow legal battle against AG Ken Paxton
Texas courthouse legends and Paxton impeachment prosecutors Rusty Hardin and Dick DeGuerin foreshadow their case against the suspended attorney general.
Texas courthouse legends and Paxton impeachment prosecutors Rusty Hardin and Dick DeGuerin foreshadow their case against the suspended attorney general.
Attorney General Ken Paxton: First impeachment since 1975
Texas lawmakers approved 20 articles of impeachment against Attorney General Ken Paxton, making history at the state capitol. This was the first time Texas' top law enforcement officer faced removal by the legislature.
Texas lawmakers approved 20 articles of impeachment against Attorney General Ken Paxton, making history at the state capitol. This was the first time Texas' top law enforcement officer faced removal by the legislature.
Texas Senate sets rules for Paxton impeachment trial - What's Your Point?
Ken Paxton has to sit in the Senate during his impeachment trial. His wife, Angela will be there too as a State Senator, but she won't be allowed to vote. The What's Your Point panel shares their opinion of the Senate's rules.
Ken Paxton has to sit in the Senate during his impeachment trial. His wife, Angela will be there too as a State Senator, but she won't be allowed to vote. The What's Your Point panel shares their opinion of the Senate's rules.
The stalemate on Texas property tax reduction continues- What's Your Point?
Republican vs Republican vs Republican, the stalemate in the Texas Legislature continues as Phelan, Abbott and Patrick all stick to their side and Texas homeowners and businesses simply wait on the sidelines.
Republican vs Republican vs Republican, the stalemate in the Texas Legislature continues as Phelan, Abbott and Patrick all stick to their side and Texas homeowners and businesses simply wait on the sidelines.
Another change in the Houston mayor's race - What's Your Point?
The What's Your Point panel reflects on changes in the candidates for Houston's top position. Is it really all about "uniting the black vote"
The What's Your Point panel reflects on changes in the candidates for Houston's top position. Is it really all about "uniting the black vote"
The Texas Governor wields a mighty pen - What's Your Point?
Greg Abbott vetoed 77 bills yesterday stating "The bills can wait until after lawmakers figure out property taxes." literally holding legislation hostage until he gets the property tax reduction he wants for Texas home-owners.
Greg Abbott vetoed 77 bills yesterday stating "The bills can wait until after lawmakers figure out property taxes." literally holding legislation hostage until he gets the property tax reduction he wants for Texas home-owners.
Colin Allred on Texas the Issue Is...
A look ahead at this week's edition of Texas the Issue is with Colin Allred and in our segment What did we miss? - a brief discussion about Russia, the Wagner Group rebellion and the war in Ukraine.
A look ahead at this week's edition of Texas the Issue is with Colin Allred and in our segment What did we miss? - a brief discussion about Russia, the Wagner Group rebellion and the war in Ukraine.
Bentley's Law
The cost of driving drunk and killing someone just got steeper in the lone star state. Advocates call it "Bentley?s law - and it demands that those responsible for killing innocent parents in DWI accidents - pay monthly support to the minor children they've orphaned. Those responsible for killing parents in cases of intoxication manslaughter must begin paying support to their kids no later than one year after leaving jail. Texas becomes the second state to adopt "Bentley?s Law" following Tennessee.
The cost of driving drunk and killing someone just got steeper in the lone star state. Advocates call it "Bentley?s law - and it demands that those responsible for killing innocent parents in DWI accidents - pay monthly support to the minor children they've orphaned. Those responsible for killing parents in cases of intoxication manslaughter must begin paying support to their kids no later than one year after leaving jail. Texas becomes the second state to adopt "Bentley?s Law" following Tennessee.
The Houston Mayor's Race- changes in candidates
Recent changes in the candidates for Houston mayor give the What's Your Point panel points for discussion with a little over 4 months until the election
Recent changes in the candidates for Houston mayor give the What's Your Point panel points for discussion with a little over 4 months until the election
Amanda Edwards drops out of Mayoral Race
With surprise "entries"....and just as surprising "exits" the dynamics of the Houston mayor's race shifted once again this week with Amanda Edwards altering political course. Greg Groogan talks with Edwards about her decisions.
With surprise "entries"....and just as surprising "exits" the dynamics of the Houston mayor's race shifted once again this week with Amanda Edwards altering political course. Greg Groogan talks with Edwards about her decisions.
Can the powers that be in Austin agree on tax relief?
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick offering an $18 billion property tax relief proposal to both Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas house.
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick offering an $18 billion property tax relief proposal to both Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas house.