The latest Congress news from The Texas Tribune.
Cruz and Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas accusing him of “gross dereliction of duty.” Mayorkas has been a consistent target of conservative ire over immigration. Full Story
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The two-time Olympic champion’s wife spoke out for the first time since Griner’s sentencing two months ago in an interview with CBS’ Gayle King. Full Story
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Cuellar’s status as one of the few remaining “moderate” Democrats may be helping his fundraising, as he took in almost $4.9 million as of the end of June, smashing his usual pace for previous years. Full Story
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The seasoned South Texas Democrat is running his most aggressive campaign operation since his first run for Congress. Full Story
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In two of the three races, Democrats are hitting back as outside Republican groups try to turn the region red. Full Story
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U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia, who serves on the House Armed Services Committee, hopes the pilot program will help female veterans get better access to cancer care. Full Story
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The Texan objected to certifying Arizona’s electoral votes as rioters stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The bill, which Cruz voted against in committee on Tuesday, would make a similar move in the future meaningless. Full Story
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The top Republican on the House Jan. 6 committee urged voters to prioritize preserving democracy over policy differences during this year’s midterms at The Texas Tribune Festival. Full Story
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Flores’ campaign previously said former district director Aron Peña had resigned after multiple allegations of sexual harassment. Peña has denied any wrongdoing and said the accusations were politically motivated. Full Story
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The junior U.S. senator from Texas spoke Saturday at the 2022 Texas Tribune Festival about his beef with the Biden administration, the battle for the soul of the GOP and whether he plans to run for president again. Full Story
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Ana Marie Cox moderates a conversation about women’s health, women’s rights and an uncertain future with former state Sen. Wendy Davis, state Rep. Donna Howard and Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis McGill Johnson. Full Story
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In an interview at The Texas Tribune Festival, Crenshaw harshly criticized extremists at both ends of the political spectrum. Full Story
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The Transparency for Transfer Students Act would require all U.S. colleges and universities to post on their websites more details about their transfer policies to help more students complete degrees. Full Story
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The Army also said its pretrial confinement rules are “currently under revision” in a statement to Military Times, which is partnering with ProPublica and The Texas Tribune to report on military justice. Full Story
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Jackson recently launched Spanish-language TV ads in his reelection campaign, which is not competitive, in an effort to raise his profile with Latino voters. Full Story
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Flores’ district director, Aron Peña, was accused of touching and kissing an intern without her consent. He denies any wrongdoing. Full Story
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The high number of contests contributes to the state’s low voter turnout — but it’s not the only reason. Full Story
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The senator declined and instead said “he supports increasing law enforcement presence on school campuses.” Full Story
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The governor joined 21 other Republicans in denouncing the president’s plan as harming Americans who didn’t go to college. Full Story
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On an episode of his podcast Tuesday, the U.S. senator said the bill would be an attack on religious liberties. Full Story
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