After a resounding election victory, President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans say they have a “mandate” to govern.

Rick Perry knows what it's like to work in Trump's Washington, and he's now working behind the scenes in the Texas ...

Republican Senator John Cornyn says that more information on Cabinet nominees could help "protect the president." ...

Texas, says he's open to subpoenaing the House Ethics Committee for information on Trump's pick. Others say the confirmation process will bring things to light.

Republicans have a comfortable three-seat majority in the Senate, but there is no guarantee every Republican will be on board ...

"I think there should not be any limitations on the Senate Judiciary Committee's investigation, including whatever the House ...

Ratcliffe formerly served in the House representing Texas’ Fourth Congressional District which includes Grayson County.

It’s not the first time a president has empowered a business tycoon to look for ways to dramatically cut federal regulations.

It essentially leaves us powerless when we're talking about adding initiatives that people actually care about on the ballot." ...

Former NFL player James Ihedigbo said he’s lost $1.5 million at his child care centers due to loss of 3- and 4-year-old ...

A similar bill was proposed in 2022 after a pregnant woman in north Texas went viral for challenging her HOV lane violation.

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