Texas Standard For November 17, 2017

It was introduced two weeks ago, and without a single hearing, it has passed the House. Tax reform of some form seems likely, but at what cost? And: The president’s plan for rebuilding America’s infrastructure comes with a price tag of $1 trillion. But who’s gonna pay for it? One expert says the answer should be obvious: China. Texas could be at the center of it, we’ll hear why. Also: First, do no harm, goes the maxim of medicine. But are med school costs hurting the profession itself? Why more prospective doctors are turning to Texas. Plus: Surviving a historic storm and emerging world champions – is that heroic enough for ya? The folks behind Superman and Batman come to Houston to talk superheroes. Those stories plus the week in politics and so much more today on the Texas Standard: