Texas gains four new U.S. House members, including its first openly LGBTQ+ rep and youngest GOP member.

Texas will welcome four new U.S. House members in January, including the state's first openly LGBTQ+ representative and the youngest sitting Republican. These new members will replace some of Texas' longest-serving representatives. State Rep. Craig Goldman will focus on border security, replacing Rep. Kay Granger. Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will take over from Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who passed away this year. The shift reduces Texas' seniority and influence in Congress.

November 27, 2024
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