Texas GOP Primaries See Major Upsets as Incumbents Lose to Challengers

Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton's targeted campaigns against their own party members result in significant changes in the Texas House.

At least nine Republican incumbents lost their primaries, and another eight were forced into runoffs, reshaping the Texas House.
Governor Greg Abbott targeted members who opposed his school voucher program, while Attorney General Ken Paxton aimed at those who voted for his impeachment.
The campaigns were supported by prominent Republicans and former President Donald Trump, indicating a party shift towards more conservative stances.
House Speaker Dade Phelan, a key figure in Paxton's impeachment, is among those forced into a May runoff, highlighting the campaign's impact.
The results reflect a growing dissatisfaction within the GOP base over issues like public education, border security, and election integrity.