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Maria Recio

Washington, D.C., United States

Washington Correspondent at Austin American-Statesman

Maria Recio writes about Texas politics from D.C. for Austin Am. Statesman and Texas Monthly. Alum @McClatchyDC, @Star-telegram, BusinessWeek. [email protected]

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  • Feb 24, 2025 | statesman.com | Maria Recio

    How Texas Sen. Ted Cruz will help move Donald Trump's agenda: 'It’s kind of his moment'Maria Recio |  Special to American-StatesmanShow Caption Hide Caption Watch: Ted Cruz praises Donald Trump in full RNC speechSen. Ted Cruz delivered remarks at the Republican National Convention.

  • Jan 2, 2025 | fortworthreport.org | Maria Recio

    WASHINGTON — Kay Granger has left her mark in Congress — and in Fort Worth. Across the 12th Congressional District and North Texas, Granger, a longtime member and former chair of the House Appropriations Committee, has secured funding for everything from large defense projects to the YMCA in a way that has changed the face of the city. And she’s not done.

  • Nov 3, 2024 | statesman.com | Maria Recio

    With GOP holding thin lead in US House, these congressional races in Texas could tip scaleMaria Recio |  Special to Austin American-StatesmanShow Caption Hide Caption When is Election Day 2024? When does early voting start in Texas? Austin American-Statesman goes over Election Day questions and where to keep up with election coverage in Texas. RANCHO VIEJO — The dozens of Latina ladies dressed properly in pink and pearls for a breast cancer awareness-themed event for U.S. Rep.

  • Oct 29, 2024 | lubbockonline.com | Maria Recio

    Show Caption Hide Caption Trump: Elon Musk to lead 'Government Efficiency' group if electedTrump's comments were part of a speech delivered at The Economic Club of New York. WASHINGTON — When former President Donald Trump decided he needed to amp up his campaign fundraising earlier this month, he flew to Texas. Arriving in Midland for a private luncheon Oct. 2 with oil and gas industry supporters, he greeted U.S. Rep.

  • Oct 29, 2024 | statesman.com | Maria Recio

    How Texas has become a big-money player in presidential, national politicsMaria Recio |  Special to Austin American-StatesmanShow Caption Hide Caption Trump: Elon Musk to lead 'Government Efficiency' group if electedTrump's comments were part of a speech delivered at The Economic Club of New York. WASHINGTON — When former President Donald Trump decided he needed to amp up his campaign fundraising earlier this month, he flew to Texas. Arriving in Midland for a private luncheon Oct.

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RT @Acyn: Nehls: I'll tell you what, Elon. This is what I'll do. Come down to Texas 22nd district. I'll pay your filing fee and run against…