Why lawmakers’ opposition puts Texas high-voltage power lines in doubt
Power lines planned across Texas face an uncertain future after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick called on the Public Utilities Commission of Texas to deny pending applications for high-voltage transmission lines. The power lines have pitted the interests of the energy industry against ranchers and other private landowners. The “transmission plan should not come at the […]
Rep. Edwards faces censure after ethics probe finds pattern of harassment
The House Ethics Committee on Monday released its report detailing its investigation into Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C. The committee concluded that there is “substantial reason to believe” he violated House rules related to sexual harassment and hostile workplaces, according to the report. The committee recommended censuring Edwards for his conduct and said it would bring […]
Why Trump’s Job Approval Rating Could be Headed Down Again
The good news for Republicans is that President Donald Trump’s job approval rating isn’t getting any worse. The bad news is that many of the issues that drove his rating down in the first place are making their way back into the news, with the midterm elections creeping closer with each passing day. After beginning […]
ICE targeted a white van in Houston. Data shows 1,600 in the neighborhood: Exclusive
HOUSTON — The city of Houston is just thinking about waking up at the top of the 6 a.m. hour on this Tuesday morning in July. But on Canal Street, one of the key east-west arteries zipping through the heart of the historic, hard-working East End, the day has already begun. Pickup trucks blaze by, […]
Iran denies US talks despite Trump saying a deal is taking shape
After President Donald Trump said the U.S. and Iran would hold new talks Monday, Tehran is pushing back, saying there are no direct negotiations with Washington underway. In his weekly news conference early Monday morning, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said, “We are not negotiating with the United States at this time.” He said Iran is […]
More than 5,000 homes remain under evacuation orders in Spokane as wildfires spread
Monday brings another hard day for firefighters in Washington state, where more than 5,000 homes remain under evacuation orders due to rapidly spreading wildfires. The fast-moving flames have already destroyed about 600 homes, businesses and other buildings around Spokane, burning more than 8 square miles. Officials say fifteen major fires were burning across the state […]
Blanche rescinds $1.8B anti-weaponization fund; Family feud rocks Ohio House race
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche scraps President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. Will the two Republican senators who insisted on it now allow his nomination to move forward? Plus, Trump says U.S. strikes on Iran are on hold again Monday morning, following Tehran’s request for a pause. And Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno publicly […]
Trailblazing Texas Republican Kay Granger dies at 83
Kay Granger, the first Republican woman from Texas elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, died Sunday at the age of 83. Her son, J.D. Granger, confirmed her death Sunday but did not disclose a cause. In 2024, Granger revealed she was battling what she described as “unforeseen health challenges.” She did not elaborate but […]
Trump warns $1.8B fund could return if Blanche nomination fails
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued a formal order terminating President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.” The decision comes after a weeks-long standoff with Republican Sens. Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, who were threatening to block Blanche’s confirmation to be Attorney General permanently. However, Trump says he could put it “back on the table” if Blanche isn’t confirmed. Blanche announced Sunday night, just two days before the […]