Amid sexual harassment controversy, U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold faces tough re-election
Despite speculation he might withdraw his re-election bid, U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold appears on track to run for a fifth term. Full Story
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The Brief: It’s filing deadline day in Texas. Here’s what to expect.
It’s filing deadline day in Texas. When the clock strikes 6 tonight, voters in the state will know who is — and who is not — running for office in 2018. Full Story
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More Texans may be left without health insurance after end of open enrollment
The open enrollment period to buy health insurance through the federal government ends Dec. 15. With the enrollment window cut in half and Trump administration limitations on the budget, more Texans could go uninsured. Full Story
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Audio: How the UT System spends portions of its $20 billion endowment
The UT System's endowment of nearly $20 billion makes it one of the nation's wealthiest educational institutions. How much of it goes to student financial aid? Full Story
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After years of seeking asylum in U.S., a Mexican reporter and his son just narrowly escaped deportation
A Mexican reporter who has sought asylum in the United States for nearly 10 years was, along with his son, abruptly handcuffed and nearly sent back to Mexico on Thursday. Their attorney eventually halted the deportation. Full Story
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Report: U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold underwent sexual harassment training in 2016 after complaints
U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold said he and his entire congressional staff underwent sensitivity and sexual harassment training in 2016, the Houston Chronicle reported Friday. Full Story
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Former Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson to challenge current Commissioner George P. Bush
Former Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson has decided to challenge current Commissioner George P. Bush in next year’s Republican primary. He is expected to announce his candidacy Monday, several sources said Friday. Full Story
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The Brief: Sens. Uresti and Miles under pressure, spotlight on Farenthold’s sexual harassment allegations
Sens. Uresti and Miles are under pressure after a report accused them of sexual misconduct, and a U.S. House committee is taking a harder look at sexual harassment allegations against U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold. Full Story
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Analysis: “Who?” for governor of Texas
It's not that Texas Democrats can't find anyone to run for governor in 2018. It's that none of the eight contenders (so far) is familiar to voters across the state. Full Story
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Hey, Texplainer: Why does a state as big as Texas have a part-time Legislature?
The state Constitution outlines the duration of each legislative session and how much each lawmaker makes per year. Changing either would require a constitutional amendment. Full Story
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Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush getting Democratic challenger
Texas Democrats are getting a candidate for land commissioner. Full Story
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Women's group urges Texas Sens. Miles, Uresti to resign after sexual misconduct reports
Annie's List, a group that works to elect Democratic women in Texas, has called on state Sens. Borris Miles of Houston and Carlos Uresti of San Antonio, both Democrats, to resign following reports of sexual misconduct. Full Story
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Texas water board chairman Bech Bruun resigns ahead of likely challenge to U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold
Bech Bruun, chairman of the Texas Water Development Board, resigned Thursday from that position ahead of an anticipated bid to unseat U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Corpus Christi. Full Story
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U.S. House Ethics Committee takes a closer look into Blake Farenthold allegations
The U.S. House Ethics Committee voted Thursday to establish a subcommittee to investigate allegations that U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold sexually harassed a subordinate several years ago. Full Story
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State Rep. Leighton Schubert not seeking re-election
State Rep. Leighton Schubert, R-Caldwell, announced Thursday that he is not running for re-election in 2018. Full Story
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Postponed: Join The Texas Tribune for a symposium on Hurricane Harvey recovery
Join The Texas Tribune for a symposium on Hurricane Harvey, where lawmakers, reporters and thought-leaders will discuss the deadly storm that struck Texas, and the road to recovery. Full Story
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District attorney who prosecuted Jeff Wood now wants him off death row
The prosecutor in the death penalty case of a man who didn't kill anyone has asked the parole board and Gov. Greg Abbott to change his sentence to life in prison. Full Story
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Democrat Andrew White, son of late Gov. Mark White, announces gubernatorial bid
Andrew White, the son of late Gov. Mark White, made it official Thursday morning: He's running for governor, joining the crowded Democratic primary with four days to go before the filing deadline. Full Story
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Scott Milder, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor: “I don’t have answers for everything”
We livestreamed our conversation with Scott Milder, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor. Watch the full video, or check out our recap. Full Story
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The Brief: Sexual misconduct allegations in #txlege, impeachment attempt fails, and a closer look at gubernatorial hopeful Lupe Valdez
A closer look at Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez, U.S. Rep. Al Green’s failed attempt to impeach President Donald Trump and a new report from the Daily Beast has several anonymous sources making sexual misconduct claims against state Sens. Borris Miles and Carlos Uresti. Full Story
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