T-Squared: Here’s our plan for the virtual Texas Tribune Festival. Tickets are on sale now.
Our signature ideas weekend is now an ideas month, and that’s only one of the many pandemic-inspired changes we have in store. Full Story
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Here’s your Texas 2020 July runoff ballot
The 2020 Texas Democratic and Republican primary runoffs will take place July 14. See the full list of candidates, and find out who's on your ballot based on where you live. Full Story
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The Castros say they’ll work to beat Donald Trump, but they haven’t made their support for Joe Biden official yet
The former presidential candidate and the U.S. representative from San Antonio, two of Texas’ most prominent Democrats, have yet to formally endorse the Democratic nominee for president. Full Story
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Former U.S. Rep. Sam Johnson, a Vietnam War veteran, has died
Johnson, R-Richardson, was first elected to Congress in 1991 and gained a reputation as a strong conservative voice in the Texas delegation. He was a prisoner of war for nearly seven years. Full Story
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Some Texans in Congress vote through proxies for the first time in American history
Republicans have fought the allowance of proxy voting tooth and nail. They argue that such a move upends the Constitution, and they promise a protracted legal fight. Full Story
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Watch: U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar discusses the response to the coronavirus outbreak
We sat down for a live interview with Escobar, D-El Paso, to answer questions about the federal response to the coronavirus outbreak, how El Paso is faring and what relief Texans can expect. Full Story
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Influential conservative group endorses Ronny Jackson over Josh Winegarner in runoff for U.S. Rep. Mac Thornberry's seat
The two men vying to represent the Texas Panhandle in Congress have split a slew of endorsements ahead of the runoff to replace Thornberry, who is retiring. Full Story
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They lost their jobs and insurance in the pandemic. Now they’re slipping through Texas’ health care safety net.
Texas had the highest uninsured rate of any state before the outbreak. It's also among a minority of states that have declined to expand Medicaid coverage to people with incomes near or below the poverty line. Full Story
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Coronavirus tests are supposed to be free. Some Texans are still being saddled with large bills.
Congress directed most insurance companies to cover test costs for insured patients in March, and has promised to reimburse providers for testing those who are uninsured. But experts say there are gaps in the protection that can leave patients surprised with bills. Full Story
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"We need herd immunity": U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas says Americans can't wait for a vaccine to return to normalcy
The firebrand Austin conservative spoke with The Texas Tribune's Evan Smith about reopening the economy, voting in person and how he practices social distancing. Full Story
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A prominent Texas man's network of hotels got millions in taxpayer loans, irking smaller businesses and some lawmakers
Monty Bennett's Dallas-based hotel network applied for $126 million from the government's Paycheck Protection Program and has received $76 million, according to data compiled by The Washington Post. Full Story
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Only 23% of Texas registered voters approve of the job Congress is doing — and that’s an improvement over 18% in February
There's no partisan split among Texas voters when it comes to assessing Congress' performance: 53% of Democrats and 57% of Republicans disapprove of the job federal lawmakers are doing. Full Story
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Watch: U.S. Rep. Chip Roy discuss the federal response to the coronavirus outbreak and its effects on workers and families
We sat down for a live virtual event with Roy, R-Austin, to discuss his take on how the state and the country should reopen in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Full Story
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Congress approves another $484 billion to help people and businesses hit by coronavirus’ economic crisis
The bill will temporarily replenish about $320 billion into a forgivable loan fund earmarked for small businesses. Full Story
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As Congress rushed coronavirus aid to Texas business owners, some small companies fell through the cracks
Congress is preparing to send billions more to businesses. Some say the first round of money was depleted as larger enterprises beat smaller businesses to the punch. Full Story
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At Huston-Tillotson University, a stepping stone from poverty gets steeper
The historically black school in Austin moved online as coronavirus shut down college campuses. The loss of community is difficult for a school with a hands-on tradition of boosting students, many poor and the first in their families to attend college. Full Story
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Bracing for coronavirus but losing money every day, this East Texas hospital had to cut employees
Health care facilities are under financial pressure after a steep drop-off in lucrative surgeries, meant to free up hospital space and preserve protective equipment for the coronavirus outbreak. Full Story
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Texas' small-business owners tap patience and experts to navigate coronavirus relief options
Companies trying to prevent layoffs are turning to banks, accountants and nonprofits to help them apply for federal assistance during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Story
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Health care workers on the front lines of coronavirus don't get expanded paid sick leave protections
The Labor Department has urged employers to “be judicious” in exempting their workers. Critics say the exemption hurts nurses and doctors, who have already complained about their lack of protective equipment. Full Story
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Candidate jolts battleground congressional race with ad blasting China for coronavirus
The ad from Republican Kathaleen Wall says China "poisoned our people" with the coronavirus. The Democratic nominee for the seat, Sri Preston Kulkarni, denounced it as "race-baiting." Full Story
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