Castro raises $2.8 million in second quarter
Nearly 40% of the haul came in the days after Castro's well-reviewed performance at the Miami debate, according to his campaign. Full Story
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![Presidential candidate and former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro speaks to supporters at a rally in Austin on June 28, 2019. Fellow Texan and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, also a candidate for president, held a rally an hour earlier and less than a mile away.]()
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Dennis Bonnen launches political action committee to keep House GOP majority in 2020
Bonnen, an Angleton Republican, announced he is infusing his new political action committee with $3 million to support GOP House incumbents running for reelection in 2020. Full Story
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After the Texas legislative session ended, Gov. Greg Abbott raised $12.1 million in two weeks
It's the most the Republican governor has raked in during the post-session fundraising sprint. Full Story
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![From left, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Gov. Greg Abbott and House Speaker Dennis Bonnen at a press conference on Senste Bill 2. Gov. Greg Abbott signed the bill into law at Wallyâs Burger Express in Austin on June 12, 2019.]()
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Cornyn raises $2.5 million in second quarter, has $9.1 million cash on hand
His most serious Democratic challenger so far, MJ Hegar, took in over $1 million in the second quarter after launching her campaign in late April. She has a little under $600,000 in the bank. Full Story
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State leaders again want to review how Texas elects judges. Will they end partisan judicial elections?
After an election that swept scores of Republican judges out of office, Gov. Greg Abbott is eyeing judicial selection reform. Advocates hope that the perennial issue may finally draw some attention. Full Story
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Analysis: Political eyes are not all on the Texas prize you think
The top races are more exciting and will get more attention, but the Texas trophy in the 2020 election will go to the party that wins control of the state's House of Representatives. Full Story
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Some progressive Democrats are urging a top Latina organizer to run for U.S. Senate
Their recruitment efforts have centered on Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez, the founder and executive director of a group that tries to increase Latino participation in politics. Full Story
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Houston to host third debate in Democratic presidential primary
The debate is scheduled for Sept. 12 and 13. Calling Texas a battleground state, party officials hailed the decision. Full Story
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![Democratic 2020 presidential candidates former HUD Secretary Julian Castro, U.S. Senator Cory Booker, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke participate in the first U.S. 2020 presidential election Democratic candidates' debate in Miami, Florida on June 26, 2019.]()
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Julián Castro reaches 130,000 donors, surpassing one threshold for fall primary debates
The Democratic presidential candidate still needs to surpass 2% in multiple polls. Full Story
![Presidential candidate and former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro speaks to supporters at a rally in Austin on June 28, 2019. Fellow Texan and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, also a candidate for president, held a rally an hour earlier and less than a mile away.]()
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At Houston forum, 10 presidential candidates address thousands of educators
Weeks after state lawmakers wrapped up an education-focused legislative session, Texas teachers heard Democratic presidential hopefuls share their plans to reshape public education nationally. Full Story
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Allen West says he's exploring a run for Texas GOP chair
The announcement by the former Florida congressman, who now lives in Texas, sets up a possible challenge to the current chairman, James Dickey. Full Story
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Democrat Chris Bell plans to run for U.S. Senate
The former Houston congressman and 2006 gubernatorial candidate is moving forward with a U.S. Senate run. Full Story
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TribCast: How a Santa Fe school shooting survivor's story fell apart
On this week’s TribCast, Aman talks with Ross, Aliyya and Alex about how David Briscoe tricked media outlets into believing he was a survivor of the Santa Fe school shooting, why Texas teachers are worried about pay raises and who will be the last Texan running for president. Full Story
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John Wray announces he will not seek reelection
Wray has served in the Texas House since 2015, representing a district that includes Ellis County and parts of Henderson County. Full Story
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Analysis: Three vying for the presidential nomination — and Texas bragging rights
At first, Beto O'Rourke looked like the Texas favorite in the Democratic presidential contest. And Julián Castro made a bid for that unofficial title after the first debates. But there's a third Texan seeking that nomination, named Marianne Williamson. Full Story
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After debate, O’Rourke scrambles to shore up immigration credentials
The Democratic presidential candidate, sharply challenged on his signature issue Wednesday night, spent the next few days working to show his bona fides. Full Story
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After debate skirmish, Castro, O’Rourke host dueling events in Austin
The two Democratic presidential candidates rallied supporters at events minutes apart Friday evening, with Castro seeking to lay claim to favorite-son status. Full Story
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Julián Castro's campaign had been stalled for months. Wednesday's debate gave it new life.
"I showed the American people that I have the right experience to be president," Castro said. "That I have a strong, compelling and positive vision for the future of this country." Full Story
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Beto O'Rourke has tough outing in 2020 debate debut
It was tough sledding for the former El Paso congressman, who drew sharp jabs from two opponents, among other dings. Full Story
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In his breakout moment of the debate, Julián Castro sparred with Beto O’Rourke
Castro drew praise from pundits for his sharp answers during a portion of Wednesday's debate focused on immigration, part of which involved Castro arguing with the other Texan onstage over whether improper border crossings should be decriminalized. Full Story
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