Texas runoffs put Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales, state’s GOP House speaker in middle of party feud

Published May 27, 2024 9:21 PM

By JIM VERTUNO
Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas congressman Tony Gonzales is out to save his job in a GOP primary runoff that has put rifts within the party on display. Gonzales’ opponent is Brandon Herrera, a gun-rights YouTube creator with more than 3 million followers. Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan also faces a tough challenge that could oust him from his powerful seat and upend the Republican-controlled Legislature. Phelan angered conservatives for leading the 2023 impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Severe storms will likely impact voting and possibly results, particularly around Dallas and Houston. Voters may struggle to get to the polls or find them closed. Dallas County extended voting by two hours.

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