AP Decision Notes: Anticipated Outcomes in the Texas Primary Runoffs | KTAB

In the upcoming primary runoff elections in Texas on Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are seeking to settle political scores within their own party. Abbott is focusing on unseating GOP members who opposed his 2023 education plan, while Paxton is targeting over 30 incumbents who voted to impeach him on corruption charges last year.

These revenge campaigns could push the state legislature further to the right, as Texas already has a strong Republican presence in state government. Abbott and Paxton have thrown their support behind various candidates in key races, including the high-profile showdown between Speaker Dade Phelan and challenger David Covey in District 21.

Another notable race is in District 33, where former Trump campaign adviser Katrina Pierson is challenging state Rep. Justin Holland. Abbott and Paxton are backing Pierson in this contest. The primary runoffs also include races for U.S. House nominations, with U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales seeking a third term in the 23rd Congressional District.

As voters head to the polls on Tuesday, the outcome of these runoff elections will shape the future of Texas politics. With the support of Abbott and Paxton behind certain candidates, the results could have a significant impact on the direction of the state government. Stay tuned for updates on the primary runoff results and the implications for Texas politics moving forward.