Katrina Pierson Wins Texas GOP Primary, Secures Path to State House
Former Trump spokeswoman unseats incumbent Justin Holland, bolstered by key conservative endorsements
- Pierson, a prominent Tea Party activist, defeated Holland in a closely watched runoff.
- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton supported Pierson despite initial hesitation.
- Holland faced backlash for opposing school vouchers and voting to impeach Paxton.
- Pierson's victory signals a shift towards more hard-line conservative policies in Texas.
- With no Democratic opponent, Pierson is expected to win the general election in November.