Some Texas conservatives pledge to vote Democrat
TL;DR
In Temple, Texas, conservative voters—including Twyla Lowry—are pledging to vote for Democrat Gina Hinojosa against GOP Gov. Greg Abbott, reflecting a growing “break rank” sentiment over Abbott’s policies and data-center issues. The race remains competitive, with implications for Texas politics and potential national impact in the 2026 elections.
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