Party Politics

This week on Party Politics , Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the third special session in the Texas legislature, Donald Trump's lawsuit over the committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, and Governor Greg Abbott's new appointee for Secretary of State, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Trump sues 1/6 Committee Democratic US House retirements TEX...

This week on Party Politics , Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss former president Trump's bizarre message to Republican voters, Matthew McConaughey's mixed messages about a potential run for Texas governor, and Governor Greg Abbott's ban on vaccine mandates, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Trump to Republicans: Don't vote Ted Cruz had a week TEXAS TOPICS Abbott orders s...

Party Politics is back for another season! Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the GOP's redistricting draft, the political fight over raising the nation's debt ceiling, a U.S. district judge's blocking of S.B. 8 (Texas' six-week abortion ban), and Donald Trump's influence on Texas politics, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS BIF & BBB!  Can lawmakers raise the debt cei...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the federal warrant to search the apartment and office of Rudy Giuliani, Caitlyn Jenner's run for California governor, the nominations of two Texans for federal posts, and the first 100 days of President Biden's administration, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Carville rips woke-ness Giuliani Warrant Caitly...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the passing of Walter Mondale, the Derek Chauvin verdict and what it means for real police reform, and the polling on a potential McConaughey run for governor, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Walter Mondale RIP Derek Chauvin verdict Biden WH Refugee Cap Second Gentleman Douglas TEXAS TOPICS Constitutional...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan, the allegations surrounding Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, Ted Cruz's fight against Major League Baseball, and Ron Paul's jorts, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Withdrawal from Afghanistan GaetzGate TEXAS TOPICS Congressman Crenshaw emergency eye surgery Cruz vs. A...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the battle over voting rights, the future of Beto O'Rourke's political career, and Gov. Abbott's ban on "vaccine passports," among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS RIP Rep. Hastings Fundraising roundup:  Reps Greene and Gonzales rake it in Biden introduces gun regulations TEXAS TOPICS Abbott appoints new PUC Comm...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the debate over voting rights and abortion rights, President Biden's infrastructure plan, and "Big" Dan Rodimer's Texas-cosplay campaign video , among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Biden releases infrastructure plan Matt Gaetz faces inquiry over sex with an underage girl Republicans asking for information on H...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the renewed calls for gun reform after a new spike in mass shootings, former Missouri governor Eric Greitens' senate bid, and attorney Lee Merritt's run for Texas AG, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS US House to review Iowa race Former scandal-plagued MO Gov. Greitens running for Senate White House narcs on...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss President Biden's address to the nation at the one-year mark of the coronavirus pandemic, the immigration crisis at the Mexico border, and Twitter's lawsuit against Texas AG Ken Paxton, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS First Biden national address Senator Blunt retiring Trump to RNC:  Keep your name outta m...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss Governor Abbott's lifting of the mask mandate and allowing businesses to open at 100%, the Democrats agenda in the U.S. Congress, and the scandals swirling around NY Governor Andrew Cuomo, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Tanden nomination pulled Democratic agenda:  COVID package, minimum wage, EQUALITY Act...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the fallout over ERCOT's handling of the Texas power-grid crisis, the hearings in Congress over President Biden's appointees, and Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller's apparent affinity for a clean vehicle, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Nomination battles:  Neera, Garland, Becerra, Haaland Trump T...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the death of Rush Limbaugh, another whistleblower in the corruption saga of Texas A.G. Ken Paxton, and the Ted Cruz vacation scandal amid a winter-weather disaster in Texas, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Rush Limbaugh dies Biden town hall ($15 minimum wage; student debt relief) Immigration package reveal...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss former President Trump's second impeachment trial, the passing of U.S. Rep. Ron White from COVID-19, and the effort by Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick to mandate the national anthem at all events supported by state money, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Shelby Retires TEXAS TOPICS Wright passes Patri...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the debate over a new COVID-19 relief bill, President Biden's executive orders on immigration, and Governor Greg Abbott's State of the State address, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS COVID Relief Bill GOP infighting over Cheney, Greene Biden immigration orders Trump Names Impeachment Lawyer Myanmar Coup Dol...

This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the retirement of Republican senator Rob Portman, the controversy over Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's social media posts, the Twitter back-and-forth between Ted Cruz and actor Seth Rogen, and the return of the Texas legislature, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Portman retires, Huckabee Sanders returns Rep....

We're back! This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss President Joe Biden's inauguration, the administration's plans for its first 100 days, and Texas state Republican fundraising, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Inauguration The Biden agenda Trump pardons; legacy; greatest hits TEXAS TOPICS Republican fundraising Abbott criticizes federal officia...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss President Trump's unwillingness to concede the 2020 election to President-elect Joe Biden, the suggestion by SCOTUS that Obamacare will be upheld, and new allegations against Texas attorney general Ken Paxton, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Trump refuses to concede Trump campaign legal strategy Trump in...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the results of the 2020 election, both nationally and statewide. NATIONAL TOPICS Election results stalled Incumbents stay TEXAS TOPICS Republicans, on message, stem the tide Democrats misread the Latino electorate? Sexier: MJ Hegar or Beto? You can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Tweet us using #Pa...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the final days before the 2020 election, Senator Kamala Harris' Texas campaign trip, and voter turnout in Texas, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS 2020 comes to a crashing halt:  candidate closing arguments Justice Amy Coney Barrett Trump rally leaves people out in the cold TEXAS TOPICS Turnout is up! Kamal...

This week on a special edition of Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina talk with reporters from Texas NPR-affiliate stations to get a sense of how the 2020 election is playing out across the state, as well as identify key races and analyze turnout numbers. Guests: Ashley Lopez , KUT, Austin Andrew Schneider , Houston Public Media Bret Jaspers , KERA, Dallas Maria Mend...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the success of fundraising efforts by Democrats, Trump's attacks on Dr. Anthony Fauci, and voter turnout in Texas, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Biden leads in cash count, Dems too Trump attacks Fauci! Senate Democrats boycott Barrett hearings Debate preview / Hunter Biden Eric Trump shares manipulated...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the Senate confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett, the kidnapping plot against Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and the tremendous voter turnout in Texas early voting, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Hunter Biden laptop controversy SCOTUS says Census can stop counting  MI Gov. Whitmer kidnap...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the vice presidential debate between Senator Kamala Harris and Vice President Mike Pence (and an unexpected visitor), the possibility of a Democrat takeover of the Senate, and the voting-related lawsuits in Texas, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS Senator Toomey calling it Quits NC Sexting Scandal Can Dems...

This week on  Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss the political implications of President Trump contracting COVID-19, and how it might affect the election, the debates, and the appointment of a new Supreme Court justice, among other stories. NATIONAL TOPICS POTUS & FLOTUS test positive for Covid FLOTUS caught on tape Gen. McMaster: Trump abets Putin Repub...