Texas Minute

A former FBI counterterrorism expert warns that Texas is in a pre-kinetic jihad phase, citing growing Islamic networks and political responses, while also covering local news on police funding and electricity demand.

This episode covers Texas news including a proposal to pause the gas tax, a court upholding the deportation of a Salvadorian gang member, and a lawsuit against advertising firms accused of restricting conservative viewpoints.

This episode reports on Houston's mayor and city council preparing to reverse a sanctuary city policy after Governor Greg Abbott threatened to cut $110 million in state grants, and also mentions an upcoming Fort Worth bond vote.

Houston faces a $110 million loss in state funding after reviving sanctuary city policies, leading to a crisis declared by the mayor and opposition from the governor.

This episode reports on Texas Democrats being fined over $8,000 each for breaking quorum rules during special sessions and the Houston school district approving workforce reductions to improve education.

Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating over 1,000 Texas cities for compliance with a new law requiring annual financial audits.

The Houston City Council passed an ordinance limiting police cooperation with federal immigration authorities, drawing criticism as a sanctuary city policy violation.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, with today's episode focusing on the rise of taxpayer-funded lobbying in the state.

This episode covers Attorney General Ken Paxton's investigation into a Dallas-based Islamic Tribunal for allegedly operating as a Sharia law court system.

The episode reports on the Texas State Teachers Association organizing protests against President Trump and Republican officeholders, drawing criticism from members and observers.

Conservative activists in Texas are mobilizing against Muslim groups' push to include more Islamic history and dogma in the state's public school curriculum ahead of a State Board of Education meeting.

This episode discusses new census data showing Texas' population growth is concentrated in suburban areas, potentially leading to four new congressional seats and redistricting challenges.

A Texas news briefing covering a state judge blocking a utility district controlled by supporters of a controversial Islamic enclave.

This episode covers Texas news including a controversial $33 billion power project by Oncor, new rules for foreign land ownership, U.S.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, focusing on a dispute between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock over school choice litigation.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, including Attorney General Ken Paxton's call to replace the comptroller, President Trump's AI policy framework, and the state takeover of Fort Worth ISD.

A daily news roundup covering Texas political stories, including school vouchers, university program cuts, and county commissioner votes.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, including Senate runoff endorsements, a school employee misconduct case, and a city's water shortage permit.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including a court order blocking a municipal utility district tied to a controversial Islamic enclave.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, with today's episode discussing potential penalties for Democrats who broke quorum.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including Governor Abbott's decision to not observe Cesar Chavez Day and other state issues.

A federal judge extends the deadline for Texas's school choice program due to concerns about excluding Islamic schools, while over 229,000 applications have been filed despite limited funding.

This episode reports on a legal victory for Texas as an Oklahoma landowner's attempt to claim Texas land along the Red River was blocked by a court ruling, citing outdated legal authority and a 1999 border agreement.

A daily Texas news podcast covering state political stories, including Attorney General Ken Paxton's advice on blocking a Muslim community development and a Texas Supreme Court ruling on a homosexual advocacy group.

A daily Texas news roundup covering a teacher's lawsuit over prayer, Democratic party turmoil, and a new state nutrition initiative.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is pushing for property tax reform, but no senators have signed on.

A daily news roundup covering Texas political and current events, including Exxon Mobil's proposed move and a school district coach firing.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including Governor Abbott's cybersecurity review of Chinese medical devices and the GOP Senate runoff.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including the expensive GOP Senate primary runoff and a House ethics investigation.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including GOP primary results and a ballot proposition to ban Sharia law.

The March 4, 2026 episode of Texas Minute covers major Texas primary election results, including U.S.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, including primary election day, a shooting in Austin, and a legal opinion from the Attorney General.

A daily news podcast covering Texas political news, including President Trump's energy speech and the U.S.

A daily news podcast covering Texas politics, including a settlement with Vanguard, Democratic involvement in GOP primaries, and an abortion case in Montgomery County.

This Texas Minute episode covers multiple political and policy stories from February 26, 2026.