UT Palestine protests, voting issues and flips: This Week in Texas Politics

Protests and big voting issues were some of the headlines This Week in Texas Politics. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski and our political panel discusses.

Abbott promises school vouchers will come to Texas soon

Governor Abbott is promising that school vouchers will be coming to Texas in the next legislative session. FOX 7 Austin spoke with two political experts to discuss.

Texas Rep. John Carter's office vandalized with 'Free Gaza,' red liquid

U.S. Rep John Carter shared a photo on X of the front door of his Georgetown office covered in red liquid and the words "Free Gaza" spray-painted on the floor.

Gov. Abbott 'certain' school vouchers will pass next session

Governor Abbott says he expects to have the votes to pass school vouchers in 2025. See why he believes public schools may have missed their chance to accept the best possible deal.

Don't Mess With Our Kids protests held at state Capitol

Nearly 1,500 people gathered at the Capitol on Saturday as part of nationwide protests aimed at protecting children from teachings outside the Bible.

Texas lawmakers, DEI advocates speak out against UT's decision to terminate division

Some state and city leaders are fighting against the University of Texas's decision to terminate at least 66 employees. They want the university to reconsider its terminations.

Texas wildfire hearings, border and the solar eclipse: This Week in Texas Politics

FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.

UT Austin shuts down DEI division due to SB 17

The president of UT Austin announced a major staffing shake-up as a result of a new state law banning "diversity, equity and inclusion" programs on campus. FOX 7 Austin also learned some employees will be losing their jobs.

Uvalde mayor announces immediate resignation due to medical concerns

Uvalde's Mayor Cody Smith resigns due to health reasons, with Mayor Pro-Tem Evarardo Zamora stepping in until the November election.

Texas: The Issue Is - Texas AG Ken Paxton avoids trial in fraud case

The "Top Cop" in Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton, managed to have the burden of three felony fraud charges lifted all thanks to a "diversion" deal.

Texas AG Ken Paxton reaches deal with prosecutors

Prosecutors on Tuesday announced an agreement with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that would ultimately dismiss securities fraud charges he has been facing for nearly a decade.

Texas AG Ken Paxton avoids securities fraud trial

Prosecutors on Tuesday announced an agreement with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that would ultimately dismiss securities fraud charges he has been facing for nearly a decade.

SB 4 on hold again after appeals court order

Senate Bill 4 is once again on hold after a federal appeals court issued an order to prevent it from going into effect. Constitutional law professor Eddy Carder spoke with John Krinjak in this FOX 7 Focus.

Texas medical panel won’t provide list of exceptions to abortion ban

The public meeting dealt new discouragement and anger to opponents who have urged courts and Texas lawmakers for nearly two years to clarify exceptions to the state’s ban.

Fight over Texas immigration law SB 4: This Week in Texas Politics

FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of analysts, took a look at the top stories happening in Texas, and other hot topics, this week.