Tag: politics
Legislature Wraps Up with Political Horse-Trading
Alright, so Texas’s 2025 legislative session is quickly approaching its end. Lawmakers only have a couple of weeks left until they wrap things up on Monday, June 2. And guess what? There are still...
Future of El Paso: Beto O’Rourke and Dee Margo’s Shared Vision
The Texas border is always a hot topic in state and national politics, but what's the scoop from the politicians who actually live there? As part of Texas Standard's 10th birthday celebrations, our crew...
White House Spanish-language Page and Social Media Shut Down by Trump Administration
White House Spanish-language Page and Social Media Shut Down by Trump AdministrationWithin hours of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the new administration took down the Spanish-language version of the official White House website. The site,...
Trump Praises Abbott at Inauguration, Vows to Strengthen Border Security and Build Wall
Trump Praises Abbott's Border Policies and Vows to Strengthen SecurityPresident Donald Trump made bold declarations during his inauguration on Monday, promising to declare a national emergency, deploy troops to the southern border, deport undocumented...
Trump Pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 Defendants, Including Rioters: What You Need to Know
Trump Pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 Defendants, Including Rioters: What You Need to KnowPresident Donald Trump made a controversial move on Monday, pardoning or commuting the sentences of over 1,500 individuals charged with crimes in...
What to Expect: Trump’s Day 1 Immigration Actions Explained
President-elect Donald Trump is gearing up to implement a series of executive actions focused on immigration immediately following his inauguration. These actions, slated to begin as soon as Monday, are set to be the...
Trump Inauguration Day: 47th President of the U.S. Takes Office
Trump's Inauguration: A Historic Day in American PoliticsToday marks a monumental occasion in American history as Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, is set to take office. The inauguration ceremony, which...
Trump’s TikTok Ban Reversal: A Savior’s Journey
**Trump's TikTok Ban Reversal: A Savior's Journey**President-elect Donald Trump, known for his controversial stance on social media platforms, has once again made headlines with his latest move regarding TikTok. In a surprising turn of...
CIA Director Nominee: Former Texas Congressman Chosen
Former Texas Congressman John Ratcliffe Chosen as CIA Director NomineeIn a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump has selected former U.S. Representative John Ratcliffe from Texas to lead the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in the...
Indoor Inauguration: Key Details on Changed Plans
Indoor Inauguration: Trump Takes Oath Inside Capitol RotundaIn a surprising twist, President-elect Donald Trump will now be sworn in indoors at the Capitol Rotunda due to sub-freezing temperatures forecast for Monday in Washington. This...
Lee Greenwood Discusses Donald Trump’s Inauguration and Bibles: Q&A with ‘God Bless the USA’...
Lee Greenwood: A Patriot's Journey with Donald TrumpLee Greenwood, the iconic singer behind the patriotic anthem "God Bless the U.S.A.," has been a familiar face at political events for over four decades. From performing...
Dustin Burrows of Lubbock Wins Texas House Speaker Race – Republican Rep. Victory
Dustin Burrows of Lubbock Emerges Victorious in Texas House Speaker RaceIn a nail-biting turn of events, Republican Rep. Dustin Burrows of Lubbock has clinched the prestigious role of House speaker in the Texas House,...
Jimmy Carter State Funeral: Key Details and Schedule for Saturday
Jimmy Carter State Funeral: A Tribute to a Humble HumanitarianSix days of funeral observances for former President Jimmy Carter are set to commence in Georgia, honoring the life of a man who dedicated himself...
Impact of Ted Cruz Leading Senate Commerce Committee on Texas
Impact of Ted Cruz Leading Senate Commerce Committee on TexasRepublicans are set to take control of the U.S. Senate on Friday, and with that change, a major Texas political figure is poised to make...
Exploring the Legacy of the San Antonio Missions and Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter's Legacy in the San Antonio MissionsReflecting on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, the world mourns the loss of a public servant and peace broker whose impact extended far...