As early voting begins in the March primary, Texas Democrats are weighing two very different candidates in the race for lieutenant governor. State Rep. Vikki Goodwin of Austin faces labor organizer Marcos Vélez in the March 3 primary.

Three Democrats want to bring new ideas to the role of Lieutenant Governor of Texas. But no matter who wins March’s Democratic primary, they’ll face an uphill battle running against incumbent Republican Dan Patrick in November.

Texas’ 19th Congressional District, which represents the city of Lubbock and surrounding counties, is up for election. A new congressman will be elected as former Rep. Jodie Arrington, R-Texas, announced in a retirement video that he will not seek reelection for his 19th District seat on Nov. 11.

Democratic Candidate for Texas Lt. Governor Vikki Goodwin discusses her campaign. She describes what her priorities for Lt. Governor would be if she is elected for the position.

What really is left on Texas conservatives' to do list that the lite gov hasn't already accomplished? asks the Houston Chronicle editorial board.

Read full article: Private jet with ties to Houston crashes at Maine airport Voters line up outside the Rosenberg Annex as early voting begins in Texas on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, in Rosenberg. About the elected seat: The lieutenant governor, Texas’ second ...

Patrick has raised more than $9 million and is endorsed by President Donald Trump. As a campaigner and as a legislator, he is a formidable force. We’d like to see him distance from his party’s divisive, far-right wing and focus on issues that stabilize and strengthen Texas.

Late-night host Stephen Colbert said Monday evening that CBS barred him from airing an interview with James Talarico, a Texas Democrat running for Senate, citing a recent federal directive. Why it matters: CBS has faced mounting scrutiny in recent months that its news arm and parent company,