Texas is a leader in the economic recovery from the severe spring 2020 shutdown recession. Texans have overcome many challenges especially since the state was fully opened in March 2021, without statewide mask, closure, or vaccine mandates since then—as these should be voluntary. The 87th Texas Legislature supported the recovery with the passage of many pro-growth policies like the nation’s strongest state spending limit, but there were missed opportunities like permanent, broadbased property tax relief. Given other states are drastically cutting or eliminating taxes, Texas must make bold reforms so it can remain an economic leader, support more opportunities to prosper, and withstand bad policies from D.C.
Higher Education
Inside Texas Universities’ Ties to Iran’s Nuclear Research Network
Every Friday at Tehran University, thousands gather on campus for prayer. When the sermon ends, the chants begin: “Death to America.” And yet, Texas universities maintain active academic partnerships with that same institution and its affiliated network. The question Americans should be asking is not whether Iran wants nuclear weapons — it does — but...
April 21, 2026