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Talarico: Paxton committed voter fraud

ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that the attorney general may have broken state law

Salon

Ken Paxton has long crusaded against voter fraud. His Senate rival now accuses him of committing it.

James Talarico’s comments come after ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that the attorney general may have broken state law by voting using an address where he no longer appears to live.

The Texas Tribune

Can a Tejano Star Restore Dems’ Power in South Texas?

In his bid to win a Trumpy congressional seat, Bobby Pulido is blending his moderate message with charismatic campaigning.

Texas Observer

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How a Gun-Rights Extremist Could Soon Represent Uvalde in Congress

On his YouTube channel, Brandon Herrera has discussed the relative merits of weapons used in mass shootings and made light of political violence. He’s now on a glide path to the U.S. House.

Texas Observer

America’s ugliest primary? Texas Republican infighting could hand Senate seat to Democrat

Scandal-plagued Ken Paxton has won Trump’s backing over John Cornyn – but he might lose against James Talarico, a Democrat with a groundswell of popularity

The Guardian - US

Former Elon Musk lawyer emerges as frontrunner in GOP primary for Michael McCaul’s congressional seat

Ten Republicans, including Trump-endorsed attorney Chris Gober, are competing for the red-leaning 10th Congressional District in Central Texas.

The Texas Tribune

Former MLB player Mark Teixeira is heavy favorite in GOP primary to succeed Chip Roy in Congress

The former Texas Rangers first baseman has poured $2.5 million of his own money into the race and recently scooped up the key endorsement of President Donald Trump.

The Texas Tribune

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House Democrats helped Dustin Burrows win the gavel. Their departure from the state marks a pivotal moment for him.

The situation is an opportunity for the speaker to bolster his credibility with the right, but he has limited tools to combat a prolonged Democratic absence.

The Texas Tribune

Denying quorum has been a Texas political strategy since 1870

While the Democrats could technically derail the GOP’s redistricting map, such efforts have been largely symbolic and had limited success blocking past legislation, experts say.

The Texas Tribune

Can Economic Populism Win Back the Rio Grande Valley?

A Vermont U.S. senator and an Austin congressman make the case in McAllen.

Texas Observer

School board races across Texas deal losses for many conservatives

Issues about control of book purchases and how curriculums teach race and gender have led to change on many boards, including Keller, Katy and Mansfield ISDs.

The Texas Tribune

In his podcast, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz reveals his unfiltered side as he strives to expand his base — and his influence

Cruz’s thrice-weekly podcast, “Verdict,” has become an integral part of his day-to-day life as a senator — and a tool in his effort to win reelection this fall.

The Texas Tribune

Texas GOP seeks to enforce party purity

The state party plans to limit primaries to registered Republicans and bar candidates who have been censured

Salon

With new rules, the Texas GOP seeks to keep its elected officials in line

The state party plans to limit primaries to registered Republicans and keep elected officials it censured off the ballot. It’s unclear if it can without legislative approval.

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New allegations against Ken Paxton raise stakes for early votes in impeachment trial

Before 30 senators take on their role as impeachment trial jurors, they face a series of momentous decisions on whether to dismiss the charges as requested by the attorney general.

The Texas Tribune

Bills advance to close loophole allowing some lawmakers to increase their pay to $140,000

Two bills that advanced in House and Senate committees on Wednesday both exempt any lawmaker who has already taken advantage of the benefit.

The Texas Tribune

Why three longtime Texas lawmakers are now eligible for an extra $140,000 a year

A few of Texas’ most veteran lawmakers may have seen their part-time legislative compensation skyrocket from $7,200 to nearly $150,000 annually, thanks to a law passed quietly at the end of the 2021 legislative session.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Democrats admit to faltering on messaging and voter turnout, contributing to resounding midterm losses

Beto O’Rourke lost by double-digits on Tuesday night and so did every other statewide Democrat. That has left Democrats in a familiar position: wounded after a disappointing election night while contemplating their strategy and their future.

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Australian Farmer of the Year Michael Taylor shows how farming diversity can lead to sustainability

Coming back to the family merino operation in 2008, Michael Taylor never imagined his ideas will see him crowned the 2022 Farmer of the Year.

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