Bill Lambrecht
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Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar moves to stave off primary challenge from progressive Cisneros
With $3 million in his campaign account and a pile of endorsements, veteran Rep. Henry Cuellar is moving quickly to stave off a challenge from the left in political neophyte Jessica Cisneros. → Read More
No shortage of interest in the seat Rep. Will Hurd will vacate in 2021
Rep. Will Hurd’s pending departure from Congress has triggered a flood of candidates seeking his job and a potentially difficult task for Republicans intent on holding a swing district. → Read More
Castro warns of dwindling diversity in Democratic presidential field without Kamala Harris
‘I’m worried that if we have a debate stage without any racial and ethnic diversity on it, that we are putting ourselves at a greater risk of failure in 2020,’ Castro said Thursday. → Read More
Rep. Joaquin Castro calls for investigation of Rick Perry's Ukraine dealings
U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio, followed up his comments from the impeachment hearings this week by saying Energy Secretary Rick Perry’s actions in Ukraine should be investigated. → Read More
Texans play diverse roles in Trump impeachment inquiry
U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, R-San Antonio, said Thursday that he would vote against impeaching the president even while accusing the administration of "bumbling foreign policy" that "undermined our national security and, in my view, undercut Ukraine, a key partner in the front lines against Russian aggression." → Read More
Rep. Joaquin Castro's questioning elicited damning 'quid pro quo' testimony
Castro’s questions elicited one of several damning comments on Wednesday from Gordon Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the European Union. → Read More
Unlike Trump, Texas GOP Rep. Hurd praises witness in impeachment hearing
On the second day of impeachment hearings, Will Hurd took a decidedly different approach than the president in praising Democratic-called witness. And Joaquin Castro dropped Rick Perry’s name. → Read More
Washed out of Democratic debates, Julián Castro gives no sign of quitting
The former San Antonio mayor is giving no signs of ending his campaign for the Democrats’ 2020 nomination in hopes of remaining relevant and pressing the discussion over race, immigration and other matters he sees as vital. → Read More
Texas progress touted as VA unrolls outsourced care system
By one measure the program is working: A VFW survey found 8 in 10 satisfied with ‘community care’ program. Yet quality of care concerns persist. → Read More
U.S. Rep. Will Hurd is quitting Congress, but not politics
Hurd, a former CIA case officer and the only African-American Republican in the U.S. House, is laying the groundwork for the next phase in his political career, which could include a run for the Republicans’ presidential nomination in 2024 → Read More
Julián Castro says his presidential campaign has been saved from Oct. 31 shutdown
Castro said last week that he would end his candidacy unless he raises $800,000 by the end of the month, cash he needs for the expanded advertising and organizing that it could take to raise his poll numbers. → Read More
Julián Castro's money plea draws support from influential activists
In the 24 hours since Julian Castro said he might have to fold his campaign for president, allies are coming forth urging donations. → Read More
Julián Castro to end presidential campaign if he can't raise $800K quickly
The appeal is Castro’s bluntest yet with its assertion that unless he qualifies for the next candidate debate, on Nov. 20, the campaign that he began in January likely will end. → Read More
Presidential contender Julián Castro raised $3.5M in third quarter, spent most of it
Castro’s fundraising is growing but not keeping pace with the top tier of 2020 Democratic presidential contestants. → Read More
Castro touts a 'Children First' plan to improve foster care
Julian Castro’s proposal today to spend billions to revamp the foster care system is the latest in his recent focus on vulnerable populations. → Read More
Veteran suicides prompt calls for privatization of some VA mental health services
Amid unremitting reports of veterans suicides, a drive in Congress to spend more on outside care is picking up steam but also drawing concerns from health professionals. → Read More
Republican Tony Gonzales visits DC with a message: 'I can keep Tx23 red'
Political newcomer Tony Gonzales says he has the necessary credentials and the personal story to run a strong campaign in the San Antonio-area congressional seat being vacated by Republican Will Hurd. → Read More
New Democratic debate rules could exclude Beto O'Rourke, Julián Castro
Castro, O’Rourke and several other 2020 Democratic hopefuls must generate more support under new thresholds set by the Democratic National Committee for a ticket to a November candidate debate. → Read More
Texas leads nine states in battle over new Army Corps reservoir restrictions
Texas is among states arguing that the Army Corps of Engineers is overstepping its authority to oversee water supplies at corps lakes and dams across the country. → Read More
Julián Castro, on the attack in Houston debate, draws backlash
A combative Castro challenged former Vice President Joe Biden on health care and immigration policy in the Democratic debate. Did he go too far? → Read More