The Texas Tribune
After Democratic sweep, Texas looms as “big kahuna” in the 2028 presidential race
Presidential nominees have long skipped Texas. But Democrats, fresh off defeating Gov. Greg Abbott and winning the U.S. Senate race, are taking a second look.
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11mTexas’ new Democratic leaders turn to Republicans to steer transitions, vowing bipartisan governance
Gina Hinojosa, Vikki Goodwin and Senfronia Thompson tapped Republican politicians who clashed with Greg Abbott and Dan Patrick to help guide them into office in January.
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7mTexas Tech regents may cut some classes on race, gender as options for graduation requirements
The Lubbock university’s student senate approved surveying students to gauge the impact of restrictions on what’s taught.
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7mBill filed to give every Texas household $1,500, a Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa campaign promise
The money would come from the state’s rainy day fund and be distributed by the end of next year.
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4mTexas’ oil and gas commission to reinstate public comment after suspending it a few months ago
The public participation policy will be restored at the December meeting, railroad commissioners confirmed.
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7mSpaceX to build $24 billion data center in South Texas, sidestepping moratorium
The city of Starbase has scheduled a public hearing on a possible tax abatement agreement for the data center and power plant project.