The latest politics news from The Texas Tribune.
Conservative groups and individual activists have targeted tens of thousands of Texans over their eligibility. But state and federal protections are in place. Full Story
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Anderson, 79, was already not running for reelection. He said he’s leaving early to give his successor a chance at more seniority. Full Story
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The City Council did approve $5,000 for security, about one-fifth of the money it withheld over last month. Full Story
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The North Texas Republican and former OB-GYN is leaving office after 22 years having made his mark on health insurance and energy policy. Full Story
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A state fair spokesperson said they would cooperate with the city of Dallas’s guidance on the matter. Full Story
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The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is Oct. 25. The deadline for mail-in ballots to be returned or postmarked is Nov. 5, unless it is from an overseas voter. Full Story
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Harris County Democratic leaders made their choice to represent the party in the November election. Full Story
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One county employee was charged in the probe, however, after investigators said he failed to make sure polling locations had enough ballots. Full Story
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House hearing focuses on a curriculum plan and on school vouchers. Full Story
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The Texas State Fair announced guns would be banned on the grounds after three people were injured by gunfire at last year’s event. Full Story
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GOP congressional candidate Jay Furman has admitted to “picking” the district he’s running in, calling it the home of “the worst of the worst” for illegal border crossings. Full Story
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The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 7. The last day to apply to vote by mail is Oct. 25. Early voting in person is from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1. Full Story
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Some young voters who are upset about the Biden Administration’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war say they’re still hesitant about the vice president. Full Story
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Saturday’s debate came days before Democratic precinct chairs are set to decide who will replace the late Houston congresswoman on the November ballot. Full Story
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Despite objections from Democrats, Texas election officials say the independent candidate for president has enough valid signatures to be on the ballot. Full Story
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The Bexar County GOP accused Democrat Kristian Carranza of using a Hispanic surname to appeal to the district’s largely Hispanic population. Full Story
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Ogg is no darling of the left. She lost her Democratic primary in a landslide election this year after a number of intraparty feuds. Full Story
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Because Jackson Lee died after winning the Democratic primary, Texas Democratic officials will get to decide who replaces her on the November ballot. Full Story
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The winner of the special election will represent the state’s 18th Congressional District for about two months. Full Story
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In a lawsuit challenging redistricting in Galveston County, the 5th Circuit said the protections afforded to a single racial group don’t apply to multiple groups who collectively claim voting rights violations. Full Story
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