Texas Republicans
Coverage of Texas Republicans in the Nexus archive.
- After birthright citizenship ruling, Texas Republicans scrutinize surrogacy and birth tourism
A Texas Senate committee examined whether foreign nationals are using surrogacy arrangements to obtain U.S. citizenship for children born in Texas following the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling. The scrutiny focuses on potential misuse of surrogacy and birth tourism to circumvent citizenship restrictions.
- Texas Republicans press for local control over spread of AI data centers on first day of convention in Houston
Texas Republicans are advocating for local control over the spread of AI data centers during their convention in Houston. The proposed language from the Legislative Priorities Committee is supported by rural delegates but may conflict with the priorities of state leaders including Gov. Greg Abbott.
- After divisive U.S. Senate runoff, Texas Republicans seek unity at state convention in Houston
Texas Republicans are shifting focus to defeating Democrats in November after setting their general election nominees. The 2026 Republican Party of Texas State Convention is taking place in Houston and runs through Saturday.
- Texas Republicans won by going all-in on MAGA. Now they have to sell it to everyone else
Texas Republicans secured victories by fully embracing MAGA. Political scientists in the state suggest this approach may create challenges for GOP nominees in attracting swing voters.
- Mike Pence says GOP ‘lost our way’ after nominating Ken Paxton ‘but Democrats have lost their mind’
Former Vice President Mike Pence criticizes the GOP for 'losing our way' after Texas Republicans nominated Ken Paxton for Senate and accuses Democrats of 'losing their mind.' He also suggests Republicans can maintain their Senate majority.
- Republicans ramp up attacks against Talarico after Paxton wins runoff
Texas Republicans are intensifying attacks against state Democratic Rep. James Talarico following Ken Paxton's runoff victory over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe interviewed Talarico about Paxton's win.
- Bipartisanship should still matter, it’s not all about Bibi and other commentary
Texas Republicans' selection of Ken Paxton over establishment conservatism, as represented by Sen. John Cornyn, is highlighted as a warning to American politics observers, according to USA Today's Nicole Russell.
- Controversial Democrat who called for ‘Zionists’ to be imprisoned toppled after backlash
Democrat Maureen Galindo, a controversial sex therapist accused of antisemitism for suggesting 'American Zionists' be imprisoned at an ICE detention center, was defeated in a primary runoff by Johnny Garcia. The race for the newly redistricted 35th District in Texas drew national attention, with Galindo's rhetoric condemned by Democratic leaders including Hakeem Jeffries and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
- Texas Republicans nominate Ken Paxton for Senate seat, ousting incumbent John Cornyn
Texas Republicans nominated controversial Attorney General Ken Paxton for the Senate seat, defeating incumbent John Cornyn in a costly primary. The race, endorsed by President Trump, exceeded $100 million in expenses, highlighting internal GOP divisions.
- Texas Democratic candidate condemned for comments about ‘prison for American Zionists’
Democratic House candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas is facing bipartisan condemnation for antisemitic comments about converting an immigration detention facility into a 'prison for American Zionists.' Democrats are working to distance themselves from her campaign in the Texas 35th congressional district primary against Johnny Garcia, while alleging conservative groups may be supporting her candidacy.
- Texas Democratic candidate condemned for comments about ‘prison for American Zionists’
Democratic House candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas is facing bipartisan condemnation and accusations of antisemitism after suggesting she would convert an immigration detention facility into a prison for American Zionists. Democrats are attempting to distance themselves from Galindo and alleging conservative groups may be supporting her campaign in the Democratic primary for Texas's 35th congressional district.