Smartphones, laptops excluded from latest tariffs
The Trump administration will exempt smartphones, laptops and chips used to make semiconductors from widespread tariffs.
Harris team crafted federal judge 'death-pool roster' to swear her in should Biden die as president, book says
Harris' aide worried that 'Trump people' would go 'apes---' if she became president, according to the book.
Ken Paxton's Senate run, state budget, and Texas DOGE: TWITP
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts discuss the big stories from This Week in Texas Politics.
Keeping daylight saving time year-round would be 'very popular,' Trump says
President Donald Trump is weighing in again on the time change debate in America. He has flip-flopped on the issue in recent months.
Wisconsin teen plotted Trump assassination, 'revolution:' warrant
An FBI investigation into a Wisconsin teen, already accused of killing his mother and stepfather, revealed a conspiracy to assassinate President Donald Trump.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces Trump-endorsed re-election campaign
Dan Patrick announced he is running for a fourth term as Texas' Lieutenant Governor.
Gov. Greg Abbott, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa discuss school choice bill
Senate Bill 2, the school choice bill, passed a House committee last week and it’s currently awaiting a debate on the full Texas House floor.
VIDEO: Florida suspects smash Tesla gate and steal 3 cars, deputies say
Video captured the moment two suspects rammed down a gate using one stolen Tesla and then drove off with two other stolen Tesla cars from a parking lot in Miami, Florida.
Why is Trump being accused of insider trading after tariffs pause?
The allegations come after the president’s 90-day pause on tariffs resulted in a boost in stock prices.
House moves Trump's budget bill forward: Here's what's next
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
Michelle Obama slams divorce rumors during podcast interview
Michelle Obama appeared to shrug off any divorce speculation during a recent podcast interview where she alluded to skipping high-profile events. Here's what she said.
Ken Paxton announced bid for Senate; John Cornyn responds
Texas AG Ken Paxton has announced he is running to unseat longtime U.S. Sen. John Cornyn. What could that primary look like and what does this mean for the 2026 general election?
UT students protest mass deportations, call for university to protect immigrant students
UT Austin students are standing with international students and demanding protections for them amid a crackdown on immigration from the federal government.
Ken Paxton eyes John Cornyn's Senate seat. Here's what the polls show
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton officially announced his bid for US Senate on Tuesday, bringing a Republican primary challenge to incumbent John Cornyn.
SAVE Act: How voter registration would change under proposed bill
The SAVE Act is set to get a vote this week. Here’s what to know about the bill that aims to require proof of citizenship to vote.
Tariffs to impact Boba Guys and US-based bubble tea factory
The cost of everyday food and drinks is expected to jump under President Trump's latest round of tariffs. Boba Guys, a popular Bay Area-based beverage chain says that, despite making its product locally, it can’t escape the rising costs of necessary, imported ingredients.
Will Ken Paxton have to resign as Texas AG to run for Senate?
Texas AG Ken Paxton announced a bid to run for U.S. Senate on Tuesday night.
Ken Paxton announces run for US Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that he is challenging John Cornyn for his US Senate seat in 2026.
Trump birthday military parade reportedly in early stages
A military parade to celebrate President Donald Trump’s birthday is reportedly in the works. It's a long-held dream that the president tried to make happen in his first term.
Price tag: How much Americans could pay between tariffs and tax cuts expiring
The price for Americans could be hefty if President Donald Trump’s tariffs stay in place and Congress doesn’t manage to extend his hallmark 2017 tax cuts.