Congressman Veasey shares his opinion on the Harris and Walz presidential ticket
Congressman Marc Veasey tells Jack Fink what he thinks Vice President Harris and Tim Walz bring to the presidential ticket.
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Congressman Marc Veasey tells Jack Fink what he thinks Vice President Harris and Tim Walz bring to the presidential ticket.
Middle America won't react well to "the most radical ticket ever in American history," Representative Ellzey said.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
As Texas school children head back to school, Gov. Abbott talks about improving safety for students, teachers, and staff. Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett of Austin talks about his visit with President Biden after he called for the president to step aside. Republican North Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne talks about the presidential race and the annual job fair she says is attracting 500 employers with high-paying jobs. Political reporter Jack Fink covers these stories and more in the latest episode of Eye on Politics (original air date: August 4).
Biden called for a Constitutional Amendment eliminating immunity for crimes a former president committed in office.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Not all of them vowed to immediately endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nominee.
News of President Biden's withdrawal from the election wasn't necessarily a surprise.
After the successful MLB All-Star Game, Jack Fink asked the Arlington Mayor what the biggest hurdle is for the city to score another Super Bowl.
Republican and former Texas Railroad Commissioner Michael Williams tells Jack Fink that former President Trump and JD Vance should connect Vice President Harris to President Biden's policies on border security and inflation.
Political reporter Jack Fink interviewed Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Dallas who said this week proved to be an emotional rollercoaster. "We're talking about an energy we've not seen," said Crockett about Vice President Kamala Harris.
What does VP Kamala Harris' sudden movement to the top of the ticket mean for Texas?
"Had the debate not occurred, none of this would be happening right now," Cruz said.
Every week, Eye on Politics breaks down some of the biggest political stories grabbing headlines in North Texas and beyond.
Jane Hamilton, the Director of Biden's 2020 Texas campaign, gave her full endorsement to Vice President Kamala Harris, adding she is excited about the nomination after Biden withdraws from race.
Just days after the assassination attempt against him, Donald Trump accepts the presidential nomination at the Republican National Convention. Fort Worth Mattie Parker sits down with CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink to discuss how Republicans can help cities. And Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson addresses the RNC months after he made national headlines when he switched from the Democratic to the Republican Party.
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker says she's excited to hear the Republican platform includes a plank about keeping American cities clean and safe. Parker told political reporter Jack Fink, "If that's a platform they're going to take seriously...I would love to work with that administration to do that."
Calls for Biden to drop out of the presidential race continue. Jack Fink asks Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins where he stands on the topic.
Former President Donald Trump said he would only talk about his very public near-death experience once because it was too painful to tell. He thanked the Secret Service members who jumped on him to protect him and said God was on his side. Trump said while on the ground, he could see how concerned his supporters were, which led to a moment many of them have said they will never forget.
Gov. Abbott and two Texas Representatives also gave speeches on day 3 of the RNC.
Harris also announced a new national health and safety standard for new mothers.
Miller said the former President had more than luck on his side.
After the President's highly criticized performance during the June 27 debate, Congressman Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, called on Mr. Biden to step aside, and he has repeated that.
In a sit-down with Dallas County GOP Chair, Retired Lt. Col. Allen West, Jack asked about Project 2025 and whether it's better for Republicans if President Biden stays in the race or exits.
"We really have to listen to the people, we have to listen to voters," said Kardal Coleman, the Chair of the Dallas County Democratic Party.
