Party Politics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPXEIzFAM54This week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the security of Mike Johnson's speakership, Trump's hush-money trial, and the campaign war chests of Ted Cruz and Colin Allred, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSJohnson speakership under threat?Tension in Middle EastTrump criminal trialTEXAS TOPICSDan Patrick's interim chargesLina Hidalgo wants to change county contractsDEEPFundraising: Cruz vs. AllredIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=affCq4r0cpYThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the recent near-total ban on abortion in Arizona, Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Harris County, and the first 100 days of John Whitmire's inaugural term as Houston mayor, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSBiden puts pressure on NetanyahuTrump: Leave abortion to statesArizona abortion banTEXAS TOPICSJustice John Devine in court controversyDade Phelan under political pressureDEEPHouston mayor John Whitmire's first 100 daysIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCuFMCOhrh4This week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the mounting threats to Mike Johnson's speakership, whether the ongoing Trump trials matter to voters, and the felony fraud charges dropped against Texas AG Ken Paxton, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSJohnson faces threat to speakershipRetirements mount in CongressTrump selling "God Bless the USA" biblesDo Trump trials matter?TEXAS TOPICSOliverson challenges PhelanTexas Medical Board upholds abortion rulesDEEPFelony fraud charges dropped against Ken PaxtonIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMtZggkJ2xoThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss President Biden's fundraising tour, Trump's ominous, violent campaign comments, and the confusing courtroom dynamics surrounding a controversial Texas immigration law, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSBiden on fundraising tourTrump threatens "bloodbath"Willis in ongoing trial sagaMcCaul sorry for vulgarityTEXAS TOPICSVicente Gonzales stokes backlashMatt Rinaldi steps asideHouston mayor settles with firefightersDEEPSB4 in limboIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASdpj-ZXIvIThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the topic of low voter turnout in Texas--its underlying causes, how legislation affects the electorate, and ways to increase turnout.DISCUSSION POINTSWhy is turnout so low?The Latino electorateWhat characterizes a voter?Overhaul of voting lawsHow to increase turnoutIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxXnncapN4IThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss Nikki Haley's campaign suspension, John Cornyn's run for Senate leader, and noteworthy results from the 2024 Texas primary election, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSNikki Haley drops outTrump stays on states' ballotsSinema won't seek reelectionCornyn frontrunner for Senate leaderTexas-themed State of the Union?TEXAS TOPICSTexas primary resultsJackson-Lee survives primaryOgg ousted as D.A.Thierry headed for runoffAllred takes on CruzAbbott and Paxton get revengeIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksgIYcC4-YQThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the ongoing saga to avoid a government shutdown, the looming primary elections in Texas, and Rick Perry's support for Texas House speaker Dade Phelan, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSMike Johnson feels the heat yet againTrump wins South Carolina, MichiganBiden wins MichiganTEXAS TOPICSTrump and Biden visit borderRick Perry backs Dade PhelanDEEPPrimary analysisIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahVWJ8raJ2UThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the potential candidates shortlisted for Trump's VP, Ken Paxton's continuing legal saga, and the Texas incumbent candidates facing election challenges this year, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSTrump hush-money trial set for MarchNoem, DeSantis on Trump VP shortlistTrump crashes Sneaker ConTEXAS TOPICSJackson-Lee vs. EdwardsThierry takes heat from DemsOgg vs. TeareHull fights to hold seatPaxton legal saga continuesIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-FpaC5Tqt8This week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the age factor in presidential viability, Donald Trump's controversial NATO comments, and the feud between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSRFK Jr. blasted for Super Bowl adOutrage over Trump NATO commentsTrump wants mass deportationsShakeup in the RNC?Old age and the presidencyTEXAS TOPICSTexas GOP censures Dade PhelanPaxton vs. CornynIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92mplS1Gy8cThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the House GOP's failure to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, a D.C. court's decision that Trump is not immune from prosecution over January 6, and a look at the Texas primary elections, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSAn ungovernable Congress?Trump takes NevadaHaley appearance on 'SNL'Where's Joe Biden?Court: Trump not immuneTEXAS TOPICSPrimary elections in TexasTed Cruz wants security escortsIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=042mFAhaPL8This week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the border-security standoff between Greg Abbott and the federal government, the House GOP's effort to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas, and Jill Dutton's runoff win in the Texas House, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSBorder deal busted?House GOP advances effort to impeach MayorkasTEXAS TOPICSAbbott vs. the federal governmentPaxton case do-over?Trump in feud with PhelanDutton edges Money in runoffIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LF4Aho0rUnMThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the topic of political polarization--its underlying causes, how partisanship is pushed to its extremes, and some potential steps toward better unification.DISCUSSION POINTSWhat is polarization?The gerrymandering effectCampaigns are expensiveThe primary processThe shrinking centerViolence on the risePotential solutionsIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsocxaBj1AoThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the political implications of another test for the Texas electric grid, Trump's win in Iowa, and Greg Abbott's record-breaking campaign donation, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSCongress approves major tax dealBiden-Harris campaign raises big moneyTrump wins Iowa caucusesTed Cruz endorses TrumpTEXAS TOPICSTexas electric grid survives freezeTexas migrant buses pausedCruz tweets Cancun "joke"Abbott receives record-breaking donationIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJBVoQyjVCUThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss Speaker Johnson's status with Republicans over his budget deal with Democrats, the DOJ's lawsuit against Texas over a new migrant law, and Rep. Mayra Flores' "Grubgate" scandal, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSCongress reaches budget dealBorder security looms largeIowa caucuses next weekTrump in appeals courtTEXAS TOPICSJustice Department sues Texas over migrant lawDan vs. DadeMayra Flores mired in "Grubgate"In addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMQ0rmM-fMkThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss President Biden's struggle to secure aid for Ukraine, the Texas supreme court's denial of an emergency abortion, and the results of the recent runoff election in Houston, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSReduced aid for Ukraine, IsraelTrump sells mugshot NFTsTEXAS TOPICS'Texit' on the ballot?Texas supreme court denies emergency abortionDEEPRunoff election results: Houston mayor, controller, city councilIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9PhbDWi_T8This week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss Ted Cruz's bill to legally regulate gender pronouns, the implications of a Liz Cheney run for president, and the results of the latest special session in the Texas legislature, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSVote to formalize Biden impeachment inquiryLiz for president?Santos joins CameoTed Cruz aims to regulate pronounsTEXAS TOPICSWho will be elected Houston mayor?Texas GOP reject Nazi banDEEPSpecial session adjournedIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpvANSpzsmsThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the hostage deal brokered between Israel and Hamas, the lawsuit brought by Texas women over abortion rights, and the outlook for the Houston mayoral runoff election, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSDeal brokered for hostagesCan Haley gain ground?Vote to remove SantosTEXAS TOPICSVP Harris visits HoustonTexas women sue the stateA tiny tree for TexasDEEPHouston mayor runoff electionIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHBwmqq-9IYThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss how Congress avoided a government shutdown, the suspension of Tim Scott's campaign for President, and whether the Democratic Party will make a move to unseat Ted Cruz, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSTim Scott suspends campaign for PresidentJoe Manchin not running for reelectionSCOTUS under scrutinyCongressional confrontationsTEXAS TOPICSCan Dems unseat Ted Cruz?Michael Burgess bows outLina Hidalgo dismisses allegationsDEEPShutdown avoidedIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTlHyybZI7QThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the role abortion rights played in the recent election, the censure of Rep. Rashida Tlaib by Congress, and the Houston mayoral runoff election, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSAbortion rights fuel Democrat election winsTrump defiant in fraud lawsuitRashida Tlaib censured by CongressTEXAS TOPICSUvalde mother loses mayor's raceAbbott calls legislature backDEEPHouston Mayor's race in runoffIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaYXGkF7qAsThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss Mike Pence's exit from the 2024 presidential race, the mounting challenges facing U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, and Governor Abbott's expansion of the current special session of the Texas legislature, among other stories.NATIONAL TOPICSAuto workers' strike endsNikki Haley surges in pollsPence drops outDeSantis wears lifts?Challenges mount for Mike JohnsonKay Granger won't seek reelectionTEXAS TOPICSAbbott expands special sessionIn addition to the YouTube version, you can also enjoy Party Politics on television every Friday night at 8:00pm on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen to the radio broadcast every Friday at 7:30pm on News 88.7. As always, you can subscribe to the audio podcast on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts). Join the conversation: Tweet us using #PartyPoliticsPod or email partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org.