Texas GOP Faces Internal Strife, Leadership Changes, and Closed Primaries

The Texas Republican Party is shifting away from its traditional alliance with corporate America, embracing a populist, anti-corporate agenda. This change was evident at the recent Texas Republican Convention, which saw a significant drop in corporate sponsorships from major companies like Verizon, Comcast, and Chevron. The new party chair, Abraham George, reflects this shift, while some party members argue for re-engaging with corporate sponsors. The move has led to decreased corporate donations and increased internal party conflicts, impacting the party's fundraising and political dynamics.