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Defense attorney endorses Democratic candidate in Texas Senate race
A Houston defense attorney who previously represented a Republican candidate has endorsed the Democratic nominee for Texas's U.S. Senate seat. The endorsement comes after the Republican primary runoff concluded in late May.
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A Houston defense attorney who previously represented a Republican candidate has endorsed the Democratic nominee for Texas's U.S. Senate seat. The endorsement was first reported by NOTUS and later confirmed to the Washington Examiner. The attorney defended the Republican candidate during a 2023 impeachment trial and had previously donated to that candidate's campaign, according to Federal Election Commission data.
Campaign dynamics The Republican candidate has criticized the Democratic nominee's comments on transgender issues and meat consumption. The Democratic nominee has focused on the Republican candidate's legal record and impeachment proceedings. Polling for the general election has remained within single digits.
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