Abbott, Paxton Clash Over Texas House Endorsements Amid Revenge and School Choice Agendas
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Paxton is seeking revenge against the 20 House Republicans who voted to impeach him, endorsing their primary opponents. Abbott wants to reshape the House to add more members who support his school choice plan, backing some of those Paxton opposes.
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Their biggest clash is in Collin County - Paxton wants to oust the entire GOP delegation of 5 members; Abbott backs 4 of them.
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Abbott has money and star power behind his endorsements; Paxton appeals to the GOP grassroots who felt his impeachment was unfair.
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Outside groups are spending millions to back Abbott's school choice agenda, targeting some House Republicans in primaries.
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Political observers say Abbott likely has the upper hand, but Paxton could help make some races closer than they would have been.