Andrew Schneider | Houston Public Media
Politics and Government ReporterAndrew Schneider is the senior reporter for politics and government at Houston Public Media, NPR’s affiliate station in Houston, Texas. In this capacity, he heads the station’s coverage of national, state, and local elections.
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Election officials urge voters to know where to vote and what identification is required, and have it with them when they go to their polling location for Tuesday's Texas Primary Runoff. They strongly suggest voters check out the website VoteTexas.gov. -
The University of Houston Hobby School Survey comes less than two weeks before the start of early voting between longtime incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. -
The joint announcement by the governor of Louisiana and the state's attorney general followed Wednesday’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court which struck down Louisiana’s current congressional map as "an unconstitutional racial gerrymander." -
Experts say the backing of Christian nationalists behind Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate contest is particularly strong. A Paxton victory could give Christian nationalists even more clout nationwide. -
Faith leaders say Senate Bill 11, approved by lawmakers last year, is unnecessary because students can already pray in school and form religious clubs. Some fear such legislation only serves to expose school districts to potentially costly litigation. -
A majority of the proposed constitutional amendments address the $51 billion in property tax cuts over the next two years for homeowners and businesses, already approved by lawmakers. -
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently told top military leaders, "It's tiring to look out at combat formations or really any formation and see fat troops." -
Veteran call centers, including the Veterans Crisis Line, will continue to operate, as will suicide prevention programs and homelessness services. Texas is home to roughly a million and a half veterans. For a complete listing of VA Contingency Planning click here. -
Texas Democrats say they're redoubling their efforts to bring back Hispanic voters to their party, as Dem leaders open four new statewide offices. Texas GOP Leaders, meanwhile, look to expand from their 2024 election victory, and begin from a position of strength. -
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick wants Governor Greg Abbott to sign the measure, while the multi-billion-dollar hemp industry is pushing for a veto of Senate Bill 3, which would ban consumable THC products.
