Bell on why he's running for governor | Texas: The Issue Is

Chris Bell has joined the field seeking the Democratic nod to take on three-term Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Despite long-time Republican dominance of the Lone Star State, Bell believes there's now plenty of political blood in the water, and he's prepared to pounce.

Crockett & Van Duyne on Elections | Texas: The Issue Is

The dust has settled on the November 2025 election. There were no big surprises with Democrats picking up the New York mayor, Virginia governor, and New Jersey governor. California voters also supported redistricting. FOX's Steven Dial talked to Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Beth Van Duyne about if this will be momentum for Democrats or a flash in the pan heading into midterms.

'Anti-Academic Freedom' Criticism | Texas: The Issue Is

In the latest session of the Texas Legislature, majority Republicans did far more than rein in the state's public universities. They've essentially grabbed higher education leadership by the scruff of the neck with oversight on curriculum and an outright ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Houston State Sen. Paul Bettencourt was at the tip of that legislative spear and says the anti-woke reformation will pay dividends in the long run.

Vikki Goodwin on Lt. Gov. Race | Texas: The Issue Is

State Rep. Vikki Goodwin sat down with the Texas Trio's Rudy Koski to talk about her candidacy for lieutenant governor, her vision for the position, and putting casinos and sports betting on the ballot.

James Talarico on US Senate run | Texas: The Issue Is

Texas Rep. James Talarico threw his hat in the ring for the US Senate race. Talarico talked about his Democratic opponent, Colin Allred, and what he is hoping to change in the Senate. Then, a look at the Texas Attorney General race, including a talk with candidate Joan Huffman.

Revamping work permit programs | Texas: The Issue is:

The American Business Immigration Coalition is calling for the Trump administration to expand the work permit program for immigrants, believing it will stabilize a labor shortage in the food services industry from the farm to the tabletop.