Jack Fink hosts a special edition of “Eye On Politics” where he speaks with two political reporters based in the Texas Capitol: Texas Tribune political reporter Jasper Scherer and Texan senior reporter Brad Johnson. did. (Original broadcast date: January 5, 2025)
As President-elect Donald Trump’s second term begins later this month and the new Congress begins at the Texas State Capitol, Jack Fink talks about border security, property tax relief, public education and more for the 31 million Texans. We talk about the biggest issues that affect people.
The race for Texas chairman continues to divide the Republican Party. This position is the third most powerful position in the Capitol. The Speaker sets legislative priorities, can also repeal bills, and assigns members to committees, among other things.
Republicans are currently divided between Rep. David Cook of Mansfield, who has the support of the House Republican caucus, and Rep. Dustin Burroughs of Lubbock, who was on outgoing House Speaker Dade Phelan’s team. There is. Burroughs claims he has the 76 votes needed to win from some Republicans and Democrats.
The year may have only just begun, but Texas is already talking about the 2026 election. Attorney General Ken Paxton said he is considering challenging Sen. John Cornyn, who is up for re-election next year.
Check out Jack’s full discussion with Brad Johnson and Jasper Scherer.
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