These Texas lawmakers are forgoing their pay during the government shutdown
The Texas Tribune checked with all the Texans in Congress about whether they planned to forgo their pay during the government shutdown that began Saturday. Full Story
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![Members of the Texas congressional delegation from both parties discuss funding for recovery from Harvey at a press conference in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 7, 2017.]()
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Texas AFL-CIO declines to endorse O'Rourke after he misses convention
The political arm of the Texas AFL-CIO decided not to endorse U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, D-El Paso, in his campaign to unseat U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. The group offered no endorsement in the race. Full Story
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In race to replace U.S. Rep. Lamar Smith, 18 Republicans look to stand out
The Republican primary to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Lamar Smith, R-San Antonio, has drawn 18 candidates — a staggering number that has created an early urgency to stand out in the crowded field. Full Story
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Texas poised to end dry spell of electing new women to Congress in 2018
Dozens of women from Texas are running for Congress this year, and several are drawing attention as serious contenders, prompting predictions that the state will elect the first freshman female to a full term in Congress in 22 years. Full Story
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![Left to right, top row: Veronica Escobar, Dori Fenenbock and Lizzie Pannill Fletcher. Middle row: Sylvia Garcia, MJ Hegar and Gina Ortiz Jones. Bottom row: Laura Moser, Bunni Pounds and Jenifer Sarver.]()
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Analysis: The Texas primaries are a 9-week sprint
The early Texas primaries force some quick deadlines on candidates and campaigns. Early voting begins on Feb. 20 — just seven weeks from now and two weeks before Election Day. Full Story
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18 days that shook the Texas congressional delegation in 2017
There has never been a year in Congress like 2017, and most there spent the last year adjusting to an erratic president and an even more volatile American public. Full Story
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U.S. House approves billions more for Harvey relief, measure now heads to Senate
The U.S. House voted for billions more in Hurricane Harvey relief, but the U.S. Senate is not likely to take up the measure until after the holidays. Full Story
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Tax overhaul law heads to Trump's desk, marking career capstone for Kevin Brady
The lead tax writer in the U.S. House, a Houston-area Republican, said he considers sending the tax overhaul to Trump's desk Wednesday one of the best moments of his life. Full Story
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Congress just sent a massive tax cut bill to Trump. Here's how Texans voted.
The U.S. House and Senate voted for a major overhaul of the American tax code on Tuesday and Wednesday, sending the measure to President Donald Trump's desk. Here's how all 38 Texans in Congress voted on the bill. Full Story
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U.S. Rep. Mike Conaway responds to Democratic criticism of House intelligence investigation
The Texas Republican has been tight-lipped about the sensitive investigation he is leading in the U.S. House. Full Story
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Republican Party of Texas sues to keep U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold off 2018 ballot
The Texas GOP is suing the Texas secretary of state to keep embattled U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold off the 2018 primary ballot — one day after he announced he will not seek re-election in 2018. Full Story
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Analysis: What recent election results in Texas congressional districts tell us about 2018
Past congressional elections in Texas have favored Republicans, but Texas Democrats are hopeful. Here's a look back. Full Story
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U.S. House Ethics Committee takes a closer look into Blake Farenthold allegations
The U.S. House Ethics Committee voted Thursday to establish a subcommittee to investigate allegations that U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold sexually harassed a subordinate several years ago. Full Story
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Chip Roy, former chief of staff to Sen. Ted Cruz, is running for Congress
Chip Roy — a former staffer to multiple top Texas Republicans — is looking to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Lamar Smith, R-San Antonio. Full Story
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State Rep. Gooden launches campaign for Hensarling's congressional seat
State Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Terrell, is running to succeed U.S. Rep. Jeb Hensarling, R-Dallas, who announced his retirement last month. Full Story
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Texas, Florida members of Congress are teaming up on hurricane relief
As Texans in Congress grow increasingly anxious about Hurricane Harvey relief funding, some joined a bipartisan group of U.S. House members from Florida Friday, threatening to oppose a relief bill unless funding is "significantly improved." Full Story
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U.S. Rep. Joe Barton retiring after graphic photo posted online
U.S. Rep. Joe Barton, the longest-serving Texan in Congress, announced that he is retiring after a tumultuous week. Full Story
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Analysis: A political earthquake hits the Texas congressional delegation
A half-dozen members of the Texas congressional delegation have already given up their seats — and the elections haven't even started yet. This cycle could see more changes than a redistricting year, when disruption is the norm. Full Story
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Texans in Congress brace for frenzied agenda in December
Texans in Congress are set to face a dizzying docket of legislation in the coming days, ranging from a tax overhaul to children's health insurance. Full Story
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Barton told woman he would report her to Capitol Police if she exposed his nude photos
U.S. Rep. Joe Barton told a woman to whom he had sent sexually explicit photos that he would report her to the Capitol Police if she exposed his behavior, according to a recording reviewed by The Washington Post. Full Story
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