Trey Martinez Fischer

Wearing a blue suit and tie, Trey Martinez Fischer speaks at a podium, surrounded by a diverse crowd of supportive activists.

Trey Martinez Fischer Will Helm the Democratic Opposition

The San Antonio political pugilist explains how he'll lead the state House Democratic caucus in yet another bleak year.

The Power Politics Behind the House’s Bipartisan, Kumbaya, Feel-Good Session

by Justin Miller

GOP Leadership’s Tax Swap Tests the Limits of the Texas Trickle-Down

by Justin Miller

Can GOP Failures Get the Texas Democratic Party Started?

by Christopher Hooks

Trey Martinez Fischer and José Menéndez are facing off for a Texas Senate seat for the second time in two years.

Familiar Foes Face Off in San Antonio Senate Race

Texas Dems need a feisty ringleader, but San Antonio needs a negotiator. Who will voters choose?

by Christopher Hooks

The Winners and Losers of the Battle for Campus Carry

by Kelsey Jukam

Texas House Gives Preliminary OK to Abortion Restrictions for Minors

by Alexa Garcia-Ditta

In the Wee Hours, a House Budget is Born

by Christopher Hooks

Lessons from Senate District 26: Gringos Vote and the Democratic Base Does Not

by Christopher Hooks

Leticia Van de Putte

Why Leticia Van de Putte Wants to be San Antonio Mayor

by Christopher Hooks

House Makes Good on its IOUs with HB 10

by Olivia Messer

Spotted at the Capitol: Acknowledgment of Climate Change

by Forrest Wilder