Hemp industry possibility after midterm elections
In the race for Texas Lt. Governor, Democrat Vikki Goodwin defeated incumbent Dan Patrick. It was a result that some in the hemp industry welcomed after long being under the scrutiny of Patrick.
In the race for Texas Lt. Governor, Democrat Vikki Goodwin defeated incumbent Dan Patrick. It was a result that some in the hemp industry welcomed after long being under the scrutiny of Patrick.
Texas' newly elected attorney general worked on the 'Dragon Ball Z' soundtrack
You might know Texas’ next attorney general from somewhere… but it’s probably not where you think.
You might know Texas’ next attorney general from somewhere… but it’s probably not where you think.
2026 Election: Latino vote in Texas
A record-setting surge in Latino voter turnout and dramatic double-digit reversals across South Texas border counties helped propel Democrats to sweeping statewide victories in the 2026 midterm elections.
A record-setting surge in Latino voter turnout and dramatic double-digit reversals across South Texas border counties helped propel Democrats to sweeping statewide victories in the 2026 midterm elections.
Gina Hinojosa's policies: Key things she hopes to accomplish as Texas governor
Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race with a campaign primarily focused on improving public education and lowering everyday costs.
Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race with a campaign primarily focused on improving public education and lowering everyday costs.
Republican lawmaker suggests Abbott strip governor's emergency powers before Hinojosa takes office
Less than 24 hours after Democrat Gina Hinojosa became governor-elect of Texas, some Republican lawmakers are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to limit the office's powers before he leaves it.
Less than 24 hours after Democrat Gina Hinojosa became governor-elect of Texas, some Republican lawmakers are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to limit the office's powers before he leaves it.
White House shake-up feared, official claims, as Republicans call on Trump to change course
A senior White House official who spoke on the condition of anonymity says staffers there are bracing for a shake-up in the wake of Republican losses in the midterm election.
A senior White House official who spoke on the condition of anonymity says staffers there are bracing for a shake-up in the wake of Republican losses in the midterm election.
2026 Election: Which City of Austin propositions passed or failed?
In the City of Austin, voters saw 10 different propositions on their ballots. The most significant ones included two bond proposals (Prop A and B) and an external audit charter amendment (Prop I). Here's the full breakdown.
In the City of Austin, voters saw 10 different propositions on their ballots. The most significant ones included two bond proposals (Prop A and B) and an external audit charter amendment (Prop I). Here's the full breakdown.
What does it actually mean to flip Congress?
From subpoena power and judicial confirmations to thin Senate margins and the veto pen, here is how power, leverage and policy actually shift in Washington.
From subpoena power and judicial confirmations to thin Senate margins and the veto pen, here is how power, leverage and policy actually shift in Washington.
Texas elects first woman, openly LGBTQ+ person to lead state Supreme Court
It was a historic election night in Texas, with many firsts and political shifts taking place, including in the statewide courts.
It was a historic election night in Texas, with many firsts and political shifts taking place, including in the statewide courts.
Texas Democrats look forward to 2027
The democrats' blue wave almost swept entirely through the Texas Capitol. But, it became clear republicans will remain the majority in the state Senate, despite the loss by incumbent Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
The democrats' blue wave almost swept entirely through the Texas Capitol. But, it became clear republicans will remain the majority in the state Senate, despite the loss by incumbent Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
GOP congressional redistricting backfires in many House districts
The Republican-led push to redistrict federal congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, which quickly spurred a counter-effort by Democrats, could not prevent the GOP from losing control of the U.S. House on Tuesday.
The Republican-led push to redistrict federal congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, which quickly spurred a counter-effort by Democrats, could not prevent the GOP from losing control of the U.S. House on Tuesday.
Ken Paxton loses Texas US Senate race
Ken Paxton's loss brings an end to a high-profile race that drew national attention and record-breaking campaign spending. Here's a look at how the night unfolded in Dallas.
Ken Paxton's loss brings an end to a high-profile race that drew national attention and record-breaking campaign spending. Here's a look at how the night unfolded in Dallas.
Democrats win Texas Senate and Governor's race
A massive win last night for Democrats across the nation, and especially in Texas. Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the governor's race and James Talarico defeated Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. Here's a recap of what happened last night
A massive win last night for Democrats across the nation, and especially in Texas. Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott in the governor's race and James Talarico defeated Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. Here's a recap of what happened last night
Gina Hinojosa's victory in Texas governor's race a historic shift for the state
Gina Hinojosa made history in multiple ways Tuesday night after defeating Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race.
Gina Hinojosa made history in multiple ways Tuesday night after defeating Greg Abbott in the Texas governor’s race.
Progressives fume at Hakeem Jeffries for saying Democrats won't 'get even' with Trump
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., drew progressive criticism Wednesday after saying Democrats should focus on lowering costs following their midterm victories instead of getting "even" with the Trump administration.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., drew progressive criticism Wednesday after saying Democrats should focus on lowering costs following their midterm victories instead of getting "even" with the Trump administration.
Mississippi Senate Race: Democrat Colom leads Hyde-Smith by 0.0007%
Democrats claimed major wins during Tuesday’s midterm elections. One of the biggest was majority control of the Senate. Now, the question becomes how large will that majority will be, and one of the key states to getting that answer will be Mississippi.
Democrats claimed major wins during Tuesday’s midterm elections. One of the biggest was majority control of the Senate. Now, the question becomes how large will that majority will be, and one of the key states to getting that answer will be Mississippi.
2028 presidential contenders: Who will Democrats, Republicans pick after midterm election results?
Following the 2026 midterm elections, several potential 2028 presidential contenders are already drawing attention.
Following the 2026 midterm elections, several potential 2028 presidential contenders are already drawing attention.
Texas election results: State House flips Democrat as Republicans hold Senate
Texas has seen a big "Blue Wave" in major statewide offices, including governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
Texas has seen a big "Blue Wave" in major statewide offices, including governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
Here is the constitutional timeline for when Gina Hinojosa assumes office as Texas governor
Following her victory over Greg Abbott, discover the Texas constitutional timeline for when Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is officially sworn into office.
Following her victory over Greg Abbott, discover the Texas constitutional timeline for when Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is officially sworn into office.
What James Talarico’s political shockwave means for Texas
James Talarcio’s victory Tuesday night sent shock waves across Texas and the country as part of a major string of victories for Democrats.
James Talarcio’s victory Tuesday night sent shock waves across Texas and the country as part of a major string of victories for Democrats.