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Isaac Yu was a Washington-based reporting fellow in the summer of 2024. He graduated from Yale University, where he was a Journalism Initiative Fellow, managing editor of the Yale Daily News and founder of the Asian American Journalists Association student chapter. Isaac previously interned for The Wall Street Journal, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and the New Haven (Connecticut) Independent.
A competitive Texas House race in the Dallas suburbs features the first Asian to win Miss Texas and the second ever Asian woman to serve in the state Legislature. Full Story
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The North Texas Republican and former OB-GYN is leaving office after 22 years having made his mark on health insurance and energy policy. Full Story
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Some young voters who are upset about the Biden Administration’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war say they’re still hesitant about the vice president. Full Story
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Republicans view Flores’ race against Democrat Rep. Vicente Gonzalez as potentially competitive race. Full Story
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In a Q&A, Doggett, 77, discusses his role in the recent chain of historic events and his feelings about where the party goes from here. Full Story
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At least three Democrats are considering bids for the Houston-area seat. But Texas Democratic officials — not voters — will decide who will be on the November ballot. Full Story
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The president will speak at the Lyndon Baines Johnson presidential library to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Full Story
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The vice president is not guaranteed the Democratic nomination and some delegates want an open nominating process. Full Story
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He is the second Texan and first member of the Congressional Black Caucus to openly call for Biden to withdraw. Full Story
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Cruz now has a cash advantage, with $12.1 million cash on hand compared to Allred’s $10.4 million. Full Story
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