Analysis: 5 takeaways from the UT/TT Poll
After four days, seven stories, piles of graphics and one podcast about the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll, a handful of things stuck out. Full Story
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Ted Cruz on health care overhaul: "Of course I'll compromise"
After years positioning himself as a principled bulwark against spineless moderates, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is now at the center of efforts to pass an Obamacare overhaul bill out of the U.S. Senate. Full Story
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Texas congressman thanks Capitol police for saving lives (video)
A Texas congressman recalls the scene at a shooting in Washington, D.C. this week, a new poll finds Republicans in Texas think President Trump is doing a fine job and Gov. Greg Abbott hopes lawmakers will give local tree ordinances the ax. Full Story
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UT/TT Poll: Despite Russia inquiry, Texas GOP voters solidly trust Trump
Most voters in the country’s biggest red state are wary of President Donald Trump — but Republican voters remain strongly supportive of him, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll. Full Story
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Trump confidant cashed in on Texas housing crisis
When the housing market crashed, Tom Barrack was ready. He built a company that bought more than 30,000 homes across the country — including nearly 5,000 in Texas — and converted them to rentals. Full Story
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Why bills to bind Texas' Electoral College never reached Gov. Abbott
Late last year, after two Texas electors went rogue, top Republicans rallied around bills to "bind" Texas Electoral College members to the result of the statewide popular vote. Those bills never made it to the governor. Full Story
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U.S. House passes sweeping financial deregulation bill from Jeb Hensarling
The U.S. House passed U.S. Rep. Jeb Hensarling's landmark legislation to dismantle Obama-era regulations of Wall Street institutions – but the bill faces an uncertain future in the U.S. Senate. Full Story
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Fired FBI director faces panel of Senators including Cornyn
At a highly anticipated hearing with James Comey, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn spent much of his time questioning the fired former FBI Director about an incident related to the FBI investigation of Hillary Clinton's emails. Full Story
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Al Green pushes forward with Trump impeachment
U.S. Rep. Al Green, D-Houston, announced Wednesday he had begun drafting articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump. Full Story
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Russia, health care, debt ceiling on summer agenda for Texans in Congress
Republicans in Congress have four issues on their agenda ahead of the August recess, but investigations into Russian cyberattacks could derail them all. Texans are well-positioned to potentially play key roles on all of those issues. Full Story
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James Dickey elected as Texas GOP chairman
Dickey narrowly defeated Houston-area businessman Rick Figueroa on Saturday, winning the support of 32 members of the State Republican Executive Committee. Figueroa got 31 votes. Full Story
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The Texas Republican helping to calm the waters in Washington
When U.S. Rep. Mike Conaway took over the House investigation into Russian interference of the 2016 election, his reputation for fairness preceded him. Full Story
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Racist death threats follow call for Trump impeachment
U.S. Rep. Al Green, D-Houston, released recordings of threatening voicemails he received after he called for the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Full Story
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Texans greet plans for Trump's wall with tears, fears or open arms
From the Rio Grande Valley to West Texas, Texans who live along the Rio Grande are preparing for the possible border wall — some eagerly, others fearfully. Full Story
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A special session on the horizon? (podcast)
On this week's TribCast, Emily talks to Ross, Aman and Jim about the House-Senate end-of-session fireworks, Ag Commissioner Sid Miller's recordings on hog poison and Sen. John Cornyn's decision to bow out of consideration for FBI director. Full Story
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From U.S. House floor, Texas Democrat calls for Trump's impeachment
U.S. Rep. Al Green, a Houston Democrat, called for the impeachment of President Donald Trump Wednesday morning during a speech from the floor of the U.S. House. Full Story
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Texans in Congress grapple with latest Trump reports
Texans in Congress spent Tuesday processing a series of stunning political revelations as President Donald Trump's presidency becomes more embattled. Full Story
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Cornyn’s GOP colleagues are less than enthusiastic about his candidacy for FBI director
Despite Sen. John Cornyn's status as a well-liked and influential figure on Capitol Hill, many of his colleagues have signaled they want someone else to become the next FBI director. Full Story
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Cornyn could face Senate resistance if tapped by Trump to lead FBI
U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham and Chuck Schumer said they were uneasy about confirming anyone with a political background to lead the FBI during Donald Trump's politically turbulent tenure. Full Story
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Survey of Texas delegation finds few Republicans weighing in on Russia
The Tribune asked all 38 members of the Texas congressional delegation whether Congress is appropriately overseeing investigations into relationships between Russia and members of the Trump team. Full Story
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