Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
On the season five premier of Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina break down the latest national and Texas political developments. They examine the Trump administration’s new economic sanctions on Iran, plans to expand beef imports and the Supreme Court’s decision allowing restrictions on mail-in voting to move forward.
In Texas, Trump’s upcoming Harris County visit raises questions about its impact on Republican politics—and whether it could create problems for Attorney General Ken Paxton.
The episode also looks at Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s push to penalize school districts over books deemed inappropriate under Senate Bill 13 and Gov. Greg Abbott’s call for a financial review of school district spending.
Plus, Paxton’s appearance at a WNBA game amid recent discussions about transgender athletes, while Abbott’s Texas-themed playlist draws attention for an unexpected reason.
NATIONAL TOPICS
Trump administration to begin “economic D-Day” sanctions on Iran.
Trump to expand beef imports.
Supreme Court decides to allow Trump Administration to pursue an order that imposes restrictions on mail-in voting.
TEXAS TOPICS
Trump to visit Harris County.
Could Trump’s Texas visit backfire for Ken Paxton?
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick threatens school ratings over books deemed inappropriate under Senate Bill 13.
Governor Abbott seeks a financial probe into school district finances to root out administrative spending.
Ken Paxton attends WNBA game amid Transgender athlete discussion.
Governor Abbott releases a botched Texas playlist.
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