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Democrat Johnny Garcia to face Republican Carlos De La Cruz for redrawn Texas district

The boundaries of the 35th Congressional District in South Central Texas were redrawn in 2025 to favor GOP candidates as requested by President Trump.

The Texas Tribune

Blue Dog Dem Fends Off Maureen Galindo in Wake of Anti-Zionist Tirades

In a crucial congressional race this November, Bexar County Sheriff’s Deputy Johnny Garcia vies to join the ranks of two fellow South Texas Blue Dog Dems in Washington.

Texas Observer

Judgment Day Comes for John Cornyn

And a sordid dawn breaks for a Texas GOP whose 2026 ticket is now officially led by Warren Kenneth Paxton.

Texas Observer

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Mayes Middleton defeats Chip Roy for Texas attorney general GOP nomination

Middleton, a conservative state senator and oil and gas executive, put more than $16 million of his own money into the race.

The Texas Tribune

Veteran Texas congressman Al Green beaten in Democratic primary runoff

Christian Menefee wins 18th district race after Republican gerrymandering carved up Green’s reliably Democratic seat

The Guardian - US

Trump-backed Ken Paxton wins Texas Senate runoff

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The Independent UK

Trump-endorsed Paxton topples Cornyn in Texas

Ken Paxton secured the Republican Senate nomination in Texas, defeating incumbent John Cornyn with President Trump's endorsement. Paxton's victory sets up a high-profile general election against Democrat James Talarico, potentially impacting Senate control. The race highlights Trump's influence, prioritizing loyalty over electability within the GOP.

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Alex Mealer wins GOP nomination for new Houston congressional district, defeating state Rep. Briscoe Cain

The Army veteran was endorsed by President Donald Trump and saw millions in outside spending on her behalf. Cain, meanwhile, was backed by Gov. Greg Abbott.

The Texas Tribune

“The last of the gentlemen Republicans”: John Cornyn’s four-decade political career ends with a MAGA uprising

A former state Supreme Court justice, Texas attorney general and a four-term U.S. senator, Cornyn had held on in the Republican Party as it transformed from the party of Bush, to the Tea Party movement and eventually the dominion of Trump.

The Texas Tribune

Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in heated Texas primary after scandal-plagued campaign

Race had wide implications for Trump’s strength heading into midterms, where Paxton will face Democratic candidate James Talarico

The Guardian - US

Paxton-backed Thomas Smith defeats Alison Fox in GOP runoff for Texas’ highest criminal court

The all-Republican Court of Criminal Appeals has undergone extensive turnover since AG Ken Paxton began targeting incumbent judges.

The Texas Tribune

Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn for U.S. Senate GOP nomination

The attorney general’s victory is a crushing blow to the Texas GOP's old guard, which has faltered in recent years against the Paxton-led insurgent wing.

The Texas Tribune

Christian Menefee defeats longtime Houston Rep. Al Green in Texas’ new 18th Congressional District

Green’s loss means the Texas House delegation is losing one of its most senior members, who served more than 20 years in Congress.

The Texas Tribune

Paxton defeat of Cornyn highlights Texas runoff night

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a combative, scandal-dogged disruptor who had the backing of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement, delivered a thrashing to four-term Sen. John Cornyn in Tuesday’s Republican Senate primary runoff in the Lone Star State. Cornyn, an even-keeled establishment Republican who took pride in his…

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The Independent UK

Ken Paxton’s estranged wife urges Texans to vote but fails to endorse him

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The Independent UK

Baby rescued from car trapped in rising flood waters

First responders in Texas rescued a driver with a baby after their car became stuck in rising floodwaters.

The Mary Sue

18yo Texas Girl Gets Harassed by a 50yo Man at Her Sales Job for Not Sharing Her Number: ‘I’m Gonna Make You Go Out With Me.’

50-year-old man harasses an 18-year-old at sales job when she refused to share her number. His words were haunting.

The Independent UK

Trump-endorsed Texas Senate candidate’s ex, involved in ‘biblical grounds’ divorce, delivers epic primary runoff snub

Candidate’s estranged fellow-politico wife, who said she was divorcing on ‘biblical grounds,’ exacts a measure of revenge in a pre-runoff social media post where she exhorted her constituents to get out and vote for seemingly everyone but her ex

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International Business Times UK

Ken Paxton Allegedly Cheated Twice in Two Years, Trump Is Now Asking Texans to Trust and Vote for Him Anyway

Texas AG Ken Paxton faces a crucial vote amid personal scandals, including alleged affairs and a divorce, while receiving a significant endorsement from Donald Trump in the Senate runoff.

The Independent UK

Texas couple’s contrasting views collide during televised Ken Paxton debate

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International Business Times

Texas Primary Runoffs Put Trump Endorsements and Republican Divisions on Display

Texas voters head to the polls Tuesday in a series of high-profile primary runoff elections that could reshape the state's political future.

Sports Illustrated

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge Betting Models, Picks: Approach Play at Forefront for Colonial

Following a birdie fest, the PGA Tour stays in Texas for a much sterner test at Colonial and our expert loves some trending younger players.

The Mary Sue

Houston Woman Has the Internet Fearing for The Thing Growing Out of Her Yard: ‘You’ve Got 20 Minutes’

Invasive wildlife is never easy to deal with, and some make it into people’s lawns. Recently, TikTok has been buzzing about invasive bamboo and how the plant is a nightmare to get rid of. Abby Farber (@abbyfarber5) from Houston, Texas, showed a clip of a shoot growing out of her…

The Guardian - US

Jury seated as US trial of Catholic priest accused of sexual assault begins

Anthony Odiong, charged with sexually abusing three female congregants in Texas, could face life sentence

Golf Monthly

Charles Schwab Challenge 2026 Betting Tips: Who Is Baz Backing After His Runner-Up Last Week?

We are sticking around in Texas for a second week as the PGA Tour heads to the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club, but who is Baz backing?

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