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Did Texas Republicans’ Restive Runoffs Imperil Their November Ballot?
In almost all cases, the most problematic, extremist, unqualified, and Trumpian candidate won the day.
Justin Miller
Justin Miller is the news and politics editor for the Texas Observer. He joined the Observer in 2018 as a staff writer covering state politics and the Legislature. He’s covered lobbying and money in politics, border security and state contracting, and much more. He previously worked at The American Prospect magazine and received a journalism degree from the University of Minnesota.
Articles by Justin Miller
Judgment Day Comes for John Cornyn
And a sordid dawn breaks for a Texas GOP whose 2026 ticket is now officially led by Warren Kenneth Paxton.
Not with a Bang but with a ‘Truth’
With the press of a button in his social media app, the president puts a probable end to more than two decades of Senate striving.
Who Accounts for Freedom?
The nascent school voucher program is, predictably, burdened by Republicans’ insistence on religious discrimination—and likely set to benefit those already outside the public school system.
Cornyn and Paxton Lead a Decadent GOP Empire into Ruinous Runoffs
As Texas’ senior U.S. Senator said, Judgment Day is coming. But first, nearly 90 days of bloodsport.
Abbott-Endorsed Honey-Dealer Bids Sid Adieu
After more than a decade as the state’s farmer-in-chief, the ag commish saw his GOP primary opponent announce a rare toppling of a statewide incumbent, thanks to the governor’s kingmaking.
Calculating the Taxpayers’ Tab for Ken Paxton’s Extensive Travels
In his three terms as attorney general, Paxton’s state police security detail has cost nearly $3 million as it accompanied him across Texas, the country, and the world.
More Money than Greg
A blue wave may be coming, but the governor's ever-growing campaign warchest casts a long shadow over Texas elections.
Sarah Eckhardt Wants to Return the Texas Comptroller to the Bob Bullock Era
The Democratic candidate hopes to bring the statewide accountant’s office back to its rightful role—independently enforcing good government.
In Ink and on Airwaves, Texas Media Grows Ever More Concentrated
Hearst's acquisition of struggling newspapers in the state may seem like welcome news. But bigger doesn't always mean better.