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Senior Reporter Brad Johnson interviews state Representative Briscoe Cain about his campaign for Congress in Texas's new Congressional District 9. Cain shares his thoughts on the recent ruling that overturned district maps, his continued commitment to his campaign, and his work in the Texas legislature, including his pivotal role in passing the Texas Heartbeat Act.

00:00 Intro

00:49 Thoughts on the Court's Decision

04:11 Special Session and Redistricting

09:13 Institutional Knowledge and Term Limits

13:38 Texas Heartbeat Act

19:55 Redistricting

20:55 Deciding to Run for Congress

21:37 Challenges in the US House of Representatives

22:48 Campaign Strategy and Opponents

25:58 Addressing Criticisms

29:48 Local Issues and Community Concerns

37:49 Restoring Congressional Power

40:59 Closing

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