"Abraham George Elected Texas GOP Chair as Party Adopts Closed Primary"
Abraham George, a far-right favorite and former Collin County GOP chair, has been elected as the new chair of the Republican Party of Texas, succeeding Matt Rinaldi. George's election highlights the party's deep divisions and reliance on far-right billionaire funders Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks. Despite a scandal involving a loaded gun incident, George secured endorsements from prominent Republicans and aims to unite the party for the upcoming elections. The Texas GOP faces significant challenges, including reduced fundraising and staffing levels, as it heads into the 2024 presidential election cycle.