State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections. It airs at 8:30 a.m. on KXAN, and now you can listen any time!
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State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections. It airs at 8:30 a.m. on KXAN, and now you can listen any time!
As election season looms larger, there are new developments when it comes to Republican candidates running for statewide office. But it's not clear which Democrats will take on the biggest statewide races. Adam Schwager speaks with former congressman Beto O'Rourke, who's been holding town hall events across Texas. We ask about meetings with other Democrats aiming to run in 2026 and how his plans mesh with theirs. Governor Abbott calls lawmakers back for a special session. He's looking for a plan to regulate THC products in Texas. But Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is still set on a full ban. We look at the conflict to come, and what hemp advocates are pushing for when lawmakers return to the Capitol. Glenn Hegar has been the State Comptroller for more than 10 years. Now he's taking on a new challenge, leading the Texas A&M System. Josh Hinkle interviews Hegar to discuss the challenge ahead, and the critical job he's leaving behind.State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.
State of Texas
State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections. It airs at 8:30 a.m. on KXAN, and now you can listen any time!
