As the U.S. House heads into its second day of votes to elect a new speaker, take a look at the Texans involved in the floor fight and what they’re advocating for.

U.S. Rep. Van Taylor has been forced into a Republican primary runoff in his North Texas district by former Collin County Judge Keith Self.

U.S. Rep. Van Taylor has been forced into a Republican primary runoff in his North Texas district by former Collin County Judge Keith Self.

Collin County Judge Keith Self announced on Monday that he would not seek a fourth term in office.”It has been my high honor to represent Collin County for the past decade – soon to be 12 years. But I firmly believe that one should not make a long career of holding a highly visible position like county judge,” the 64-year-old…

Collin County Judge Keith Self has opted against a campaign to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Sam Johnson.The 64-year-old Republican said Monday that being in Congress would not be the best fit for him, since it would take years to build the seniority needed to be a major player.”I didn’t think it was a good fit,” Self told The Dallas...

Collin County Judge Keith Self announced today that he’s considering running for the congressional seat that will be vacated by retiring lawmaker Sam Johnson.Self, who is in his 10th year as Collin County Judge, said he has the set of skills and experience to replace Johnson in Congress.”I bring a lifetime of experience that fit what we need,” Self...