The biggest Texas political stories to watch in 2026
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The stories that most resonated with our readers
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Another exodus in Congress means Texas will need to start rebuilding its clout in 2027
At least a quarter of Texas’ congressional delegation is headed for the exits next year, a massive departure…
Texas alcohol regulators set to vote on hemp-based THC rules early next year
AUSTIN — As the smoke clears in Washington after Congress voted to ban all consumable hemp products nationally…
A look at some of the Texas Tribune’s best reads of 2025
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Texas delegation turnover weakens state’s clout in Congress
At least a quarter of Texas’ congressional delegation is headed for the exits next year, a massive departure…
Democrats unite in the Rio Grande Valley to woo Latino voters
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Top House Democratic leaders back Julie Johnson over Colin Allred in Dallas’ District 33
WASHINGTON – House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other top Democratic leaders on Friday endorsed Rep. Julie Johnson’s…
Texas Republicans in Congress at odds over health care
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Senate Democrats press Dallas-based AECOM over White House ballroom, get no answers
WASHINGTON — Dallas-based engineering giant AECOM, a lead contractor on President Donald Trump’s new White House ballroom, has…
Texas Democratic candidates unite in the Rio Grande Valley to court Latino voters
WESLACO — In a joint Democratic rally in South Texas, U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico and Tejano music…
Texas Hemp Business Council Applauds President Trump’s Executive Order on Marijuana Rescheduling and Hemp Access
Texas Hemp Business Council AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC)…