Rep. Drew Darby tears into oil and gas commissioner for defying order to appear at Capitol

During a heated exchange at the Capitol, Rep. Drew Darby criticized Wayne Christian, the oil and gas commissioner, for refusing to appear as ordered to discuss changes at the Texas Railroad Commission. Christian cited a prior agency meeting as the reason for his absence, but this did not sit well with lawmakers concerned about transparency and public oversight. The clash underscores broader tensions over regulatory reforms and the balance between bureaucratic obligations and legislative demands, highlighting the ongoing tug-of-war between state agencies and elected officials in Texas.