Abbott’s Bail Crackdown Meets Mixed Fate in Texas House
The lower chamber approves key pieces—but only pieces—of the governor's pretrial incarceration agenda.
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Abbott’s Border Military Base Could Cost Texans $500 Million
National Guard soldiers deployed in Eagle Pass will enjoy “chef-driven meals,” a fitness center, a lounge, a sand volleyball court, and an arcade.
The Age of Abbott Continues Unfettered
Texas’ Republican governor easily swatted away his strongest Democratic challenger yet. Now, he’s liable to do whatever the hell he pleases.
Disaster Dollars: Abbott’s Big New Donor Got Half-Billion in COVID, Border Contracts
One of the biggest beneficiaries of the governor's pandemic and Operation Lone Star disaster declarations has now kicked Abbott a cool $250,000.
Zavala County Joins Call for Special Session on Assault Rifles
Local governments in and near Uvalde are still urging the governor to consider raising the age to purchase AR-style weapons.
Right-Wingers Gain Ground in Texas School Board Elections
Anti-“critical race theory” crusaders picked up seats in May elections around the state as part of a nationwide movement.
In GOP Primaries, Abbott Crushes Opponents While Paxton Forced into Runoff
Abbott’s shameless lurch to the right pays off, while Paxton may finally pay a price for clownish corruption in a runoff battle.
Can Beto Compete With Abbott’s Campaign Cash Machine?
The latest campaign filings show that the Democratic gubernatorial hopeful can still raise lots of money. But the powerful incumbent with a massive political war chest remains on another level.
The GOP Primary for Governor Is A Contest Of Extremism
With a bevy of hyper-conservative challengers, Greg Abbott is scrambling to cover his right flank.
Greg Abbott’s Jankety Border ‘Wall’
A flawed idea and political symbol grows ever more slapdash.