48 Texas Republican House members endorse Rep. David Cook to replace House Speaker Dade Phelan.

A coalition of 48 Texas Republican House members and nominees has endorsed Rep. David Cook as their candidate to replace House Speaker Dade Phelan. Cook, a two-term Republican from Mansfield, aims to appoint only Republicans to lead House committees, a stance supported by far-right leaders dissatisfied with Phelan's bipartisan approach. The Texas House Republican Caucus will formally endorse a candidate in December, requiring three-fifths support from current members.

September 23, 2024
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