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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 25 MIN

Border, Water & the Future of Texas: What Every Voter Needs to Know

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In Episode 2 of The Elephant In The Room, host Celeste Cabrera Huff is joined by co-host Chelsea for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation about the issues shaping Texas and the Rio Grande Valley right now.   The episode begins with a look at Celeste’s campaign kick-off and what’s driving her run for Texas House District 40. From there, the discussion expands into healthcare—how rising costs, access challenges, and policy decisions are affecting Texans and families across the country.   Living in a border community brings realities that don’t always make national headlines. Celeste and Chelsea talk candidly about border security, what daily life is truly like in a border town, and how federal policies impact local communities.   Water has become one of the most urgent concerns in the Rio Grande Valley. This episode explores the growing water crisis, the international water treaty affecting South Texas, and why local farmers and ranchers are struggling.   They also break down recent coverage from the Texas Tribune on young Republicans working to win in South Texas, what that momentum means for the region’s political future, and the surprising drop in gas prices—what’s behind it and what it could mean moving forward.   This episode is about informing, spreading awareness, and helping listeners better understand the issues impacting the Rio Grande Valley, Texas, the United States, and beyond.   No spin. No silence. Just real conversations about the Elephant in the Room. 🐘   (This episode may contain references to third-party content used for informational purposes only.  All rights remain with the original owners.)

Celeste Cabrera Huff and co-host Chelsea break down healthcare, border security, the Rio Grande Valley water crisis, young Republicans rising, gas prices, and what it all means for the future of Texas. 🐘

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