Abbott’s lengthy agenda for the Texas Legislature includes unfinished business, such as eliminating the STAAR test, and conservative priorities.

Kelly Kenten Giles, 64, is accused of providing false information on his application and petition to run for the Randall County Republican Party Chair seat.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has instructed the Texas legislature to consider congressional redistricting during a special session set to begin July 21, citing the Trump administration’s concerns. The agenda set by Abbott on Wednesday states that the session will consider “legislation that provides a revised congressional redistricting plan in light of constitutional concerns raised by the U.

Some Republicans reportedly have worries that redrawing the maps could make their seats more vulnerable if the midterm environment is favorable to Democrats.

"You shouldn't have to have a son in the NFL to own a home. Everything's backwards," said Allred in his Senate race announcement video.

Randall County Republican Chairman Kelly Giles was indicted by a grand jury on one count of alleged election fraud stemming from an incident in December 2023.

The mayor also brought up the return of a visible countdown timer to enforce speaking limits in public comment.

Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred is running for Senate again, this time against Republican John Cornyn, who faces a tough primary challenge, too.