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Texas GOP Faces House Majority Threat Ahead of Midterms

4/11/2026

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Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick warned Republicans may struggle to maintain their House majority in the upcoming midterms.
Speaking at a conference, he urged unity among GOP candidates after a contentious Senate primary runoff.
Patrick said Republicans risk losing the Senate seat to Democrat James Talarico without support from the runoff loser.
State Rep. Christina Morales acknowledged the concerns, citing rising costs and school voucher programs as potential voter issues.

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Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick warned Republicans may struggle to maintain their House majority in the upcoming midterms.
Speaking at a conference, he urged unity among GOP candidates after a contentious Senate primary runoff.
Patrick said Republicans risk losing the Senate seat to Democrat James Talarico without support from the runoff loser.
State Rep. Christina Morales acknowledged the concerns, citing rising costs and school voucher programs as potential voter issues.