JD Vance targets James Talarico’s gender views
Vice President JD Vance criticized Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico over his views on gender and religion, then made a pointed reference to Talarico’s browser history.
Vice President JD Vance criticized Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico over his views on gender and religion, then made a pointed reference to Talarico’s browser history.
FULL: Mike Johnson’s 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Johnson described the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy,” praised President Donald Trump and Republican policies, and criticized Democrats over taxes, border security, crime, government spending and national defense. Johnson also discussed faith, America’s founding principles and the historical examples of John Quincy Adams and Abraham Lincoln before urging Republicans to turn out in November.
House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Johnson described the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy,” praised President Donald Trump and Republican policies, and criticized Democrats over taxes, border security, crime, government spending and national defense. Johnson also discussed faith, America’s founding principles and the historical examples of John Quincy Adams and Abraham Lincoln before urging Republicans to turn out in November.
FULL: Sen. Ted Cruz 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas delivers a full speech at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. Cruz reflected on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. He praised President Donald Trump, discussed his family’s experience in communist Cuba, criticized Democratic policies and figures, and argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution.
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas delivers a full speech at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. Cruz reflected on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. He praised President Donald Trump, discussed his family’s experience in communist Cuba, criticized Democratic policies and figures, and argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution.
Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention
Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.
Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.
Case against Nevada 2020 fake electors dismissed
A state judge has tossed out the case against six Nevada Republicans who falsely certified Donald Trump as the winner of the state’s 2020 presidential race.
A state judge has tossed out the case against six Nevada Republicans who falsely certified Donald Trump as the winner of the state’s 2020 presidential race.
Rep. Chuck Edwards ends campaign after ethics committee cites inappropriate conduct
North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.
North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.
Talarico leads Paxton in latest poll on Texas US Senate race
The U.S. Senate race in Texas continues to be competitive, according to a poll published Tuesday.
The U.S. Senate race in Texas continues to be competitive, according to a poll published Tuesday.
House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
Senator Mitch McConnell breaks silence: 'Mild pneumonia' developed after fall
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Lawyer who defended Paxton at impeachment trial backs Talarico
A lawyer who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during his impeachment trial three years ago has backed Paxton’s opponent in the upcoming U.S. Senate race.
A lawyer who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during his impeachment trial three years ago has backed Paxton’s opponent in the upcoming U.S. Senate race.
Texas lawmaker vows to name highway after Trump as Cornyn retreats from his own effort
A Texas lawmaker has pledged to rename a highway in honor of President Donald Trump after U.S. Sen John Cornyn backed away from his own effort to do the same.
A Texas lawmaker has pledged to rename a highway in honor of President Donald Trump after U.S. Sen John Cornyn backed away from his own effort to do the same.
Trump administration won’t pursue $1.8B “Anti-Weaponization Fund," Acting AG says
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
Paxtons cancel divorce trial as Senate race heats up
The public divorce trial of Ken and Angela Paxton has been canceled, just weeks before it was set to begin, according to Collin County court records.
The public divorce trial of Ken and Angela Paxton has been canceled, just weeks before it was set to begin, according to Collin County court records.
Texas U.S. Senate race heats up after Paxton secures GOP nomination
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
Stage is set for November general election
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
Stage set for intense Texas Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
Texas 2026 runoff takeaways: Trump effect in full force on election night
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Paxton thanks Cornyn, pounces on Talarico after big Senate win
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Sen. Cornyn loses Republican Primary Runoff for Senate
Sen. John Cornyn spoke after losing the Republican Primary Runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate.
Sen. John Cornyn spoke after losing the Republican Primary Runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate.
Paxton wins Republican Primary Runoff for U.S. Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, defeating Sen. John Cornyn.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, defeating Sen. John Cornyn.



















