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Overwhelmed by the political news cycle every week? We get it — that’s why we’re ‘keeping the fun but losing all the drama’ of politics! Party Politics podcast is hosted by Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, two smart and sassy University of Houston political science professors, who deliver a friendly, funny, and casually informative recap of the week's biggest political news stories. Join the conversation on Twitter @HPMPolitics; use #PartyPoliticsPod to ask Brandon and Jeronimo questions; or email us at Party Politics.

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  • Redistricting Rush, Crockett’s Climb, and Cuellar’s Comeback

    Redistricting Rush, Crockett’s Climb, and Cuellar’s Comeback
    Dec 13 2025
    This week on Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina dig into a week packed with political curveballs — from Austin to D.C. — and even into the courtroom.Texas said goodbye to two public servants who left their mark on the state’s political and educational landscape. Former Lt. Gov. Bill Ratliff and former U.S. Education Secretary Rod Paige both passed away, leaving behind legacies of leadership defined by bipartisanship and reform.Meanwhile, in the here and now, Texas redistricting is once again causing chaos. With legal battles still unsettled and filing deadlines looming, candidates have been scrambling to figure out where they’re even running. The result? A filing frenzy that looks more like a political game of musical chairs than a well-oiled election season.And speaking of campaigns — Rep. Jasmine Crockett officially jumped into the U.S. Senate race, shaking up the Democratic field and setting up what could be one of the most closely watched contests in 2026. The big question for Democrats: who’s their best bet to take on a Republican machine that hasn’t lost statewide in three decades?Then came the plot twist no one saw coming: U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, recently pardoned by Donald Trump, decided to stay put in the Democratic Party.Back in Austin, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is touting new economic proposals while continuing to spar with Gov. Greg Abbott over how to deliver on property tax relief.Beyond the dome, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a Texas book-ban case, keeping a lower-court decision in place and reigniting debates over censorship and local control in public libraries.And on the national front, Donald Trump rolled out a new plan for farmers, blending economic populism with campaign-season flair.From political legacies and election shake-ups to book bans and farm plans, this week’s episode dives into how power, principle, and personality collide in Texas politics — and what it all means for the road to 2026.TEXAS POLITICS:Legacies of the late Former Lieutenant Governor of Texas & former U.S. education secretary Rod Paige.Texas Redistricting and frantic last minute filings.Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces campaign for Texas Senate.Who will be the best Democratic Candidate for Texas Senate?Plot twist: Henry Cuellar rejoins the democratic party after President Donald Trump's pardon.Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's economic proposals.Texas Property Tax BattleU.S. Supreme Court declines appeal to Texas book ban.NATIONAL POLITICS:President Trump reveals relief plan for soybean farmers amid tariffs.In addition to YouTube, Party Politics airs every Friday night at 8:00 p.m. CT on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen every Friday at 7:30 p.m. CT on News 88.7. The audio podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts).
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    27 min
  • Court vs. Commander in Chief: Power on Trial

    Court vs. Commander in Chief: Power on Trial
    Nov 28 2025
    This week on Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina take a deep dive into the growing tension between the Supreme Court and the presidency — and what these high-stakes legal battles mean for American democracy.The Court is set to rule on former President Donald Trump’s use of tariffs, a decision that could reshape the limits of executive authority over trade. At the same time, justices are weighing whether a president can fire top officials at will, a case that tests the balance of power between the White House and independent agencies.In another major decision, the Court has ruled on the domestic deployment of the National Guard, raising questions about the scope of presidential control over state forces. And a new case on birthright citizenship could redefine one of the country’s foundational principles — who is entitled to be an American by birth.Brandon and Jeronimo also examine how the politics of the Court itself shape these rulings — from ideological divides among justices to public perceptions of partisanship on the bench.It’s a week where the Constitution meets controversy, and where the Court’s decisions could redefine presidential power for years to come.TOPICS:The Supreme Court of the United States vs. presidential powerSCOTUS to make a ruling on Trump's tariffs.Can the president fire at will?Supreme Court rules on deploying the National Guard domestically.Case on birthright citizenship.How the politics of SCOTUS influence rulings.In addition to YouTube, Party Politics airs every Friday night at 8:00 p.m. CT on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen every Friday at 7:30 p.m. CT on News 88.7. The audio podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts).
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    27 min
  • Courts, Campaigns & Culture Clashes: Texas Politics in Motion

    Courts, Campaigns & Culture Clashes: Texas Politics in Motion
    Nov 24 2025

    This week on Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina unpack a full slate of stories where courts, campaigns, and culture collide in Texas politics.

    Governor Greg Abbott has set a date for the Congressional District 18 runoff, a race drawing statewide attention as candidates compete to represent a key Houston-area district. But as voters get ready to cast ballots, a federal court has blocked Texas’s newly drawn redistricting maps, throwing another curve into the state’s already contentious political landscape and raising questions about fair representation heading into 2026.

    On the national stage, Senator Ted Cruz is once again hinting at a White House bid, while Senator John Cornyn faces fresh scrutiny over his 2026 reelection prospects and shifting standing within the Republican Party. Meanwhile, Bo French has jumped into the Railroad Commissioner race, drawing attention for his controversial statements about energy policy and loyalty within the GOP.

    Culture and politics overlap again in Lubbock, where the city’s Buddy Holly crosswalk is in talks of removal following Governor Abbott’s directive to eliminate political or advocacy-themed displays from public spaces. The move has sparked debate about how far state orders should reach — and whether cultural landmarks fall under the same rules.

    And in Washington, the U.S. House has voted to release the Epstein files, promising to shed new light on a long-simmering scandal.

    From redistricting fights to symbolic removals, the political map — and mood — of Texas is shifting fast. Brandon and Jeronimo explore what these developments reveal about power, identity, and politics in the Lone Star State.

    TEXAS POLITICSGovernor Abbott sets a date for the congressional district 18 runoff.A federal court blocks the new Texas redistricting maps.Senator Ted Cruz considers running for president.Bo French enters the Railroad Commissioner race.John Cornyn’s senate race updateBuddy Holly crosswalk removal.NATIONAL POLITICS

    House votes and Senate approves Epstein files bill, sending it to Trump’s desk.

    In addition to YouTube, Party Politics airs every Friday night at 8:00 p.m. CT on Houston Public Media TV-8 (PBS), or listen every Friday at 7:30 p.m. CT on News 88.7. The audio podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you get your podcasts).
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    27 min
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