Weekly Roundup - October 23, 2026

The Texan’s Weekly Roundup brings you the latest news in Texas politics, breaking down the top stories of the week with our team of reporters who give you the facts so you can form your own opinion. Here’s a Look at Campaign Finance Numbers in Texas' Top Congressional Contests VIDEO: Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows on Get Out the Vote 'Strike Force' Redrawn South Texas Congressional District Features Republican De La Cruz, Democrat Garcia Democratic State Rep. Mary Ann Perez to Face Republican David Flores in Latino-Heavy HD 144 Incumbent Democrat Penny Morales Shaw Faces Republican Amanda LaBrie for Houston-Area House District Republican 15th Court of Appeals Incumbents Seek Re-Election for the First Time VIDEO: Texas Supreme Court Candidate Chari Kelly on the Judicial System, Checks and Balances, 2026 Election VIDEO: Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Candidate Holly Taylor on Criminal Justice Issues Enjoy what you hear? Be sure to check out our articles at The Texan and leave us a review! Got questions for the reporting team? Email [email protected] — they just might be answered on a future podcast.