Politics

El Paso City Council outlines 2027 legislative priorities

City leaders aim to work with state lawmakers on key issues affecting the region.

El Paso Airport Closed Briefly Due to Mysterious Incident

Mayor says cause of shutdown remains unclear as investigation continues

El Paso Mayor Condemns Abrupt Airspace Closure

Mayor calls decision "unnecessary" and demands better communication from federal authorities.

Gonzales, Padilla Stout Lead Primaries for Texas' 23rd Congressional District

Incumbent Republican Tony Gonzales and Democrat Katy Padilla Stout emerge as frontrunners in early voting results.

Adam Bauman leads Republican candidates for District 16 Congressional seat in early voting

The winner of the Republican primary will advance to the Nov. 3 election to face incumbent U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, who's unopposed in the Democratic primary.

Rep. Tony Gonzales Advances to Runoff After Alleged Affair Scandal

Gonzales faces GOP challenger Brandon Herrera in May runoff election despite controversy over staffer's suicide.

Disturbing Conditions Uncovered at Texas ICE Detention Camp

911 calls and interviews reveal medical neglect, overcrowding, and emotional distress at the nation's largest ICE facility

Judge Pauses Deportation of Boston-Area Irish Man Held in Custody for 6 Months

Seamus Culleton, who overstayed a 90-day visa in 2009, will remain in detention in Texas pending resolution of his petition for review.

Disturbing Conditions Reported at ICE's Largest Detention Camp

911 calls and interviews reveal medical neglect, overcrowding, and emotional distress at Camp East Montana facility

Borderland Leaders React to Combat Operations in Iran

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Veronica Escobar offer differing views on President Trump's military actions

Drone Scare at Texas Airport Raises Concerns About US Preparedness

Former CIA officer warns miscommunication between Pentagon and FAA could signal vulnerabilities to adversaries

El Paso Airspace Briefly Closed, Then Reopened

Authorities cite drone activity as reason for temporary shutdown

US to Hold Classified Briefing on Texas Drone Incidents

Senators to receive update on military and border agency drone incidents that disrupted flights

Texas Governor Backs U.S. and Israel Strikes on Iran

Abbott directs state agencies to boost security in response to potential retaliation threats

Heightened Security at Fort Bliss Likely a Precaution, Says Retired Army Colonel

Retired Colonel Cary Westin explains the military's response to heightened tensions with Iran