Texas GOP Convention Day 1

Texas politics looks very different when you’re standing on the floor of the State Republican Convention with thousands of delegates, real arguments, and real stakes. We’re live from Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center talking to candidates and grassroots voices about what conservatives want to see between now and November and what they’re still frustrated isn’t getting done in Austin.Brian Harrison joins me first to talk about why Texas can’t “coast” on its reputation for limited government while budgets grow and internal GOP power fights keep conservatives from getting results. We get specific about the Republican identity crisis, the battle over the Texas House, and why school choice has become the clearest line between slogans and action. I also break down the latest Texas Education Freedom Accounts update, what families can use it for, and why many parents see the current system as taxation without real educational choice.Then Don Huffines lays out what the Texas comptroller actually controls, why audits matter, and what “Doge Texas” means in practice, from rooting out waste to enforcing guardrails on agencies. Brandon Herrera joins to talk representation in Texas District 23, codifying border wins so they can’t be undone by the next administration, and how border policy connects to problems most people don’t expect. We also talk with 15-year-old Benjamin about debate, faith, leadership, and why young people can still be serious civic players. Finally, Nate Sheets breaks down the New World Screwworm threat, why agriculture is national security, and how food policy, consolidation, and consumer health collide in Texas.************************************************Listen every day to our strong conservative programs on Patriot Talk 920 AM.  Tune-in on your radio in Houston to KYST 920 AM or download our app by visiting 920app.com or search for "Patriot Talk 920" from your app store!