This episode of Texas Take delves into key legislative debates, including voter ID laws, abortion restrictions, and impeachment reform, highlighting the intense political battles in the Texas Capitol. The hosts discuss the impact of these policies, from voter access to women's healthcare, and examine the shifting dynamics within both parties. Plus, they recap the up and downs of the week in Texas politics.
With last-minute help from President Donald Trump, Gov. Greg Abbott pushed his signature policy goal of school vouchers across the finish line in the Texas House. We've got all the tea on how it really went down. Plus: Why did lawmakers break into a knockdown dragout fight about honoring a dead Texan this week? Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
This episode of Texas Take discusses the "Cruz Curse" and its impact on Texas sports teams, followed by an in-depth analysis of the upcoming U.S. Senate race in Texas, featuring John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, with a focus on Donald Trump's potential influence. It also covers the Texas House budget debate, abortion legislation, and the state's economy, highlighting potential economic instability due to trade policies and oil prices. The hosts conclude with their "Up and Down of the Week," spotlighting key political figures and events.
This episode of Texas Take dives into Texas politics, discussing the film incentive program debate with Matthew McConaughey, restrictions on SNAP benefits, school voucher proposals, and controversies surrounding police conduct and immigration policies. The hosts analyze the motivations and implications of these issues, highlighting the influence of wealthy donors and the partisan divides shaping Texas legislation. It also touches on the influence of Elon Musk on Texas politics.
This episode examines the current state of the Democratic Party, including the lack of clear leadership and a unified message. Emerging figures such as Beto O'Rourke, Tim Walz, and Greg Kassar are discussed, as well as recent controversies such as Jasmine Crockett's comments about Governor Abbott. The Republican race between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton and a spying scandal in the healthcare sector are also addressed.
This episode dives into Texas politics, covering the abortion law debate and Republican leaders' calls for clarity amidst reported deaths and prosecutions. The hosts discuss the potential impact of presidential politics and primary challenges. The show also analyzes the lieutenant governor's crackdown on THC products and the implications for businesses and medical patients, plus a deep dive into the Texas Democratic Party leadership race.
This episode dives into the contentious Texas school voucher debate, highlighting Gov. Abbott's controversial "furries" claim and the arguments presented during a 20-hour House hearing. It also examines potential challengers to Sen. John Cornyn and Elon Musk's political involvement.
This episode of Texas Take covers a measles outbreak, responses from officials like RFK Jr. and Gov. Abbott, and the growing political divide over vaccine hesitancy. It also delves into the contentious debate around school vouchers, highlighting opposition in rural Texas and the potential impact on public education funding. Additionally, the hosts pay tribute to the late Houston political figure Sylvester Turner, reflecting on his legacy and impact.
This episode of Texas Take delves into key legislative issues in Texas, including the debate around school vouchers and their funding implications, the impact of the state's abortion ban on maternal health, proposed property tax cuts and their potential effects, and the push to expand gaming in the state. Guests also discuss strategies for Texas Democrats to regain influence and address the recent measles outbreak and vaccine hesitancy.
This episode of Texas Take covers Texas politics, including Senator Bettencourt's Trump impersonations, school voucher debates, and historical parallels between LBJ's tactics and current Republicans. The hosts analyze the challenges in passing school funding legislation and discuss potential bipartisan agreements on children's health. They conclude with a look at the week's political ups and downs.
This episode of Texas Take covers Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's investigation into the Texas Lottery, raising concerns about shady dealings and courier services. It also discusses Gov. Greg Abbott's continued push for school vouchers and his increasingly aggressive social media tactics. The episode further explores legislative debates on cell phone bans in schools and the Democratic Party's strategy for Texas.
Gov. Greg Abbott is changing his tone in the debate over school vouchers - but does it mean he's cocky and sure it'll pass or is he on defense because he's nervous? We'll get into that. But first: What are Texas GOP leaders willing to do to clarify abortion restrictions in this state? Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we saw fear in immigrant communities across Texas as the Trump Administration began arrests in major cities here and around the nation. Jeremy asked Gov. Greg Abbott about that in an exclusive interview for the show. Plus: The Texas Senate moves with lighting speed to establish a new government handout: School vouchers. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
The inauguration of President Trump in Washington was marked by some technical difficulties, a very energetic 78 year old whose message sounded like a president from a century ago, an appearance by Gov. Greg Abbott, and some sweeping changes to federal policies that will no doubt be felt in Texas. Plus, the Texas House banned Democratic Chairs and the people who have been asking for exactly that went into meltdown mode. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and ...
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick didn't get his way in the speaker's race and had a fit about it. Speaker Dustin Burrows got elected with a majority of Democrats in his coalition and that's sending the right-wing professional activist class through the roof. And a Texas boy gets his shot on the national stage at the Trump inauguration coming up next week. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad ch...
The race for Texas House Speaker is about to come to a head on Tuesday and we're nowhere near a resolution. We'll break it all down for you. Plus, a full preview of what's on the agenda for the full legislative session including teacher pay raises, school vouchers, casinos and sports betting, border security, and more. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Jeremy is off this week. So in the meantime, enjoy the conversation I had with Austin radio legend Jeff Ward, who was curious about whether sports betting and casino gambling might be legalized this year. Well, here's an idea: What if those were both approved on the condition that the tax revenue would fund a school voucher program? It would certainly please some of the wealthiest people putting money into the campaigns of Gov. Greg Abbott and Little Gov. Dan Patrick. Learn more about your ad ch...
It's a tradition: Congress is in meltdown mode over budget issues during the holiday season. But this time, President-elect Trump is clashing with some Texas conservatives who don't agree with his plans for big spending in the coming year. Plus, the Texas House speaker race has cooled down to a simmer. And a big thanks to y'all for sticking with us throughout what's been a shitshow of a year. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political ...
There was a frantic push to elect a speaker of the Texas House over the last few days, but the race is far from over. We've got all the tea, as the kids say. Plus, we've reached a new milestone for how many women are serving in the Texas Legislature. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
President-elect Trump has talked at length about how much he loves Texans. If that's the case, even some Republicans are starting to wonder why he's not appointing almost any Texans to his incoming administration. Plus: Little Gov. Dan Patrick declares all out war on the sale of anything containing THC. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Note: This episode does not cover the latest developments in the Tex...
As President-Elect Trump prepares for his next term in office, most Texas Republicans seem ready to just do whatever he says. But, maybe not all of them. We'll dig into that. Plus: Little Gov. Dan Patrick loves to do a little sidestep lately when the issue of casino gambling is raised. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"The Empire Strikes Back" comes to mind as Republicans asserted their dominance across Texas in Tuesday's election. But even with a 10-point swing toward the GOP statewide, only one incumbent Democrat lost a seat in the Texas Legislature. We'll get into that plus what the election results mean for abortion rights and the fight over school vouchers. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ...
It's hard to overstate the role that famous people from Texas are playing in this election. Beyoncé, Dr. Phil, Tony Hinchcliffe, Joe Rogan, Mark Cuban, and others are lining up on opposite sides of the political aisle. And you're not wrong if the first thing that came to mind was "hey, some of those people are not even from Texas!" But, welcome to the reality of living in a fast-growing state where all these people want to live. Plus, Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Colin Allred spend some of the final d...
The race for the White House comes to Texas this weekend with Vice President Harris, Beyoncé, and Rep. Colin Allred rallying in Houston while former President Trump, Joe Rogan, and Sen. Ted Cruz appear in Austin. Plus: The case of death row inmate Robert Roberson brings stars to the Texas Capitol and a rebuke from Gov. Abbott, who saw his authority threatened by lawmakers who have questions about the state potentially executing an innocent man. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor o...
There's never been anything like it in Texas politics: A bipartisan group of lawmakers went to extraordinary lengths as they raced to stop an execution in its tracks because there are serious questions about the case against death row inmate Robert Roberson. Plus, Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Colin Allred faced off in their only debate of the campaign with just days to go before Texans will begin casting their ballots in person. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, a...
After the Houston Astros were eliminated in the playoffs, the Colin Allred campaign is blasting Sen. Ted Cruz for the alleged "Cruz curse." Hey, in a close election, anything that outrages enough people in Houston and San Antonio could help close the gap. Plus, we've got the latest on the race to lead the Texas House in 2025. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
This week we're featuring a conversation Scott had with Austin radio legend Jeff Ward, who wanted to know if Sen. Cruz could actually lose to Rep. Colin Allred. We'll be back with our regular conversion including Jeremy Wallace next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
School districts across Texas have been left to twist in the wind after billions in funding was withheld because of Gov. Greg Abbott's failed attempt at passing a school voucher program. Let's talk about the real world consequences of that, shall we? And the politics of it, too. Plus for you real junkies we'll get into this week's speaker race drama. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about you...
The first and probably only presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is in the rearview mirror and quite a few issues emanating from Texas were front and center: Immigration, abortion, oil and gas production, and more. Plus, Sen. John Cornyn is making his pitch to lead Senate Republicans. And an obvious attempt to suppress the votes of college students in North Texas fails after a bipartisan vote against it. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report...
There's finally a debate breaking out in the US Senate race in Texas featuring Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Colin Allred arguing over who's the bigger champion for the business community and jobs in this state. Jeremy spoke with both candidates. Plus, a Texas Democrat leaves the party for the GOP. It would be a bold move if it didn't seem like nothing but sour grapes after Democratic voters showed her the door in the primary. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and ...
