Election fallout and looking toward the regular session: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts take a look at some of the big stories this week.
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts take a look at some of the big stories this week.
Blue to red: How Trump flipped the swing states
As the dust settles on Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers a deep dive into the final pieces of his swing state sweep. From Nevada's dramatic flip to Michigan's decisive role in dismantling the Democrats' "Blue Wall," S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's coalition reshaped the electoral map. With exclusive insights on the critical Arab American vote in Michigan and comprehensive analysis of the Democratic Party's path forward, this episode provides essential understanding of
As the dust settles on Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers a deep dive into the final pieces of his swing state sweep. From Nevada's dramatic flip to Michigan's decisive role in dismantling the Democrats' "Blue Wall," S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's coalition reshaped the electoral map. With exclusive insights on the critical Arab American vote in Michigan and comprehensive analysis of the Democratic Party's path forward, this episode provides essential understanding of
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says school choice will be a priority for the Senate
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that school choice would be a top priority in the Texas Senate this session.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that school choice would be a top priority in the Texas Senate this session.
Texas Democratic chair steps down: 'Voters sent a clear message to our party'
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa has announced his resignation following the party's poor showing in the 2024 election.
Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa has announced his resignation following the party's poor showing in the 2024 election.
Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff; 1st woman to ever hold the role
President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff.
President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff.
Political comebacks and returns to private life: What happens to former presidential candidates?
As a country, we often hear less about the people who lost a presidential election. Here's a look at what happened to major political party candidates who didn't get voted into the White House.
As a country, we often hear less about the people who lost a presidential election. Here's a look at what happened to major political party candidates who didn't get voted into the White House.
Wisconsin, Georgia, and the Latino vote explained
Two days after Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers an in-depth analysis of his sweep across all seven swing states. From Wisconsin's shocking flip to Georgia's return to red, S.E. Cupp examines the crucial demographic shifts that shaped this election. With special focus on the dramatic rightward shift of Latino voters and the collapse of Democrats' "Blue Wall" strategy, this episode provides essential insights into how Trump engineered one of the most remarkable politic
Two days after Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers an in-depth analysis of his sweep across all seven swing states. From Wisconsin's shocking flip to Georgia's return to red, S.E. Cupp examines the crucial demographic shifts that shaped this election. With special focus on the dramatic rightward shift of Latino voters and the collapse of Democrats' "Blue Wall" strategy, this episode provides essential insights into how Trump engineered one of the most remarkable politic
2024 Presidential Election: How Central Texas counties voted compared to past elections
Donald Trump outperformed his 2020 campaign in Central Texas on his way to winning the state for the third consecutive presidential election.
Donald Trump outperformed his 2020 campaign in Central Texas on his way to winning the state for the third consecutive presidential election.
Biden addresses nation after Trump's win: "America endures"
President Biden said now that the heated election is over, he hopes Americans can come together and “bring down the temperature."
President Biden said now that the heated election is over, he hopes Americans can come together and “bring down the temperature."
Project 2025: Trump's alleged association and where it aims to go next
Project 2025, linked to Donald Trump, shaped the election narrative as a conservative policy blueprint.
Project 2025, linked to Donald Trump, shaped the election narrative as a conservative policy blueprint.
Election 2024: Live updates
Follow along for real-time updates on the latest from the 2024 presidential election, as well as major Congressional races.
Follow along for real-time updates on the latest from the 2024 presidential election, as well as major Congressional races.
How did Central Texas' U.S. Senate votes compare to previous elections?
Ted Cruz's performance in the 2024 election improved from 2018, but the senator still under performed compared to Donald Trump.
Ted Cruz's performance in the 2024 election improved from 2018, but the senator still under performed compared to Donald Trump.
Kamala Harris concedes 2024 election to Donald Trump: 'We must accept the results'
Vice President Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 race to Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Vice President Kamala Harris conceded the 2024 race to Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Trump Wins Presidency in Stunning Comeback
In a stunning political comeback, Donald Trump has reclaimed the presidency, becoming only the second person in American history to return to the White House after leaving office. On this special post-election edition of Battleground, S.E. Cupp breaks down the seismic shift in American politics, analyzing how Trump secured crucial victories in Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. With exclusive insights from political analysts and on-the-ground reporters, we examine the collapse of the Democrats' "B
In a stunning political comeback, Donald Trump has reclaimed the presidency, becoming only the second person in American history to return to the White House after leaving office. On this special post-election edition of Battleground, S.E. Cupp breaks down the seismic shift in American politics, analyzing how Trump secured crucial victories in Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. With exclusive insights from political analysts and on-the-ground reporters, we examine the collapse of the Democrats' "B
New faces, same majority when TX legislature reconvenes
34 new lawmakers will head to the Texas state house when the 89th legislative session begins in January.
34 new lawmakers will head to the Texas state house when the 89th legislative session begins in January.
Jose Garza wins reelection as Travis County District Attorney
Jose Garza wins reelection as Travis County District Attorney.
Jose Garza wins reelection as Travis County District Attorney.
Voters decide fate of Round Rock ISD bond propositions
Voters in Round Rock Tuesday decided if Round Rock ISD gets nearly $1 billion in bonds to upgrade facilities.
Voters in Round Rock Tuesday decided if Round Rock ISD gets nearly $1 billion in bonds to upgrade facilities.
Wisconsin's Senate race; Baldwin defeats Hovde
Incumbent U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) defeated Republican challenger Eric Hovde in the Wisconsin race for U.S. Senate.
Incumbent U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) defeated Republican challenger Eric Hovde in the Wisconsin race for U.S. Senate.
Donald Trump flips Texas border county red for first time in more than 100 years
Starr County had not voted for a Republican in a presidential election since 1896. Hillary Clinton won the county by 60 percentage points in 2016.
Starr County had not voted for a Republican in a presidential election since 1896. Hillary Clinton won the county by 60 percentage points in 2016.
Election 2024: Here’s how states voted on abortion rights
Abortion rights appeared on the ballot in 10 states last night. Here’s how they fared.
Abortion rights appeared on the ballot in 10 states last night. Here’s how they fared.