U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, announced Tuesday his 2020 campaign manager will be John Jackson, who led Gov. Greg Abbott’s successful re-election bid last year.
2020 elections
Posted in
Texas Legislature 2019
TribCast: Texas inaugurations and big ideas for education
On this week’s TribCast, Ross talks to Alex, Aliyya and Patrick about the inaugurations of Greg Abbott and Dan Patrick, proposed state budgets with big money for schools and the first Texan to enter the 2020 presidential race.
Posted inState Government
Saying he’s in a “funk,” Beto O’Rourke hits the road amid 2020 speculation
The former Democratic congressman from El Paso, facing calls to run for president, says he’s “been stuck lately” and hopes a road trip will help clear his mind.
Posted in
Politics
Beto O’Rourke’s immigration plan: No wall, but few specifics
When it comes to many of the biggest policy issues facing the country today, Beto O’Rourke’s default stance is to call for a debate — even on issues related to the border and immigration.
Posted in
Politics
Why Julián Castro’s first trip in his 2020 campaign was to Puerto Rico, not Iowa
During his visit, the newly announced presidential candidate highlighted the much-criticized federal response to Hurricane Maria and aimed to distinguish himself as the candidate of an increasingly diverse Democratic Party.
Posted inState Government
In first 2020 campaign trip, Julián Castro says Trump “failed” Puerto Rico
The former U.S. housing secretary and San Antonio mayor visited the U.S. territory two days after launching his presidential bid.
Posted inState Government
Julián Castro’s 2020 announcement brightens spotlight on potential Texas showdown with Beto O’Rourke
Texas could have two Democrats running in the 2020 presidential race — and one of them, Julián Castro, got an early start Saturday as speculation continues to swirl around Beto O’Rourke’s intentions.
Posted in
Politics
Here are 9 things to know about 2020 presidential candidate Julián Castro
Now that Julián Castro has announced he’s running for president in 2020, here’s a look at some of Castro’s political and financial history.
Posted inState Government
Julián Castro announces presidential run
Julián Castro, the former U.S. housing secretary and San Antonio mayor, made it official Saturday: He’s running for president.
Posted in
Politics
Watch Julián Castro announce his presidential run
Julián Castro announced his 2020 bid for president in San Antonio on Saturday.
