World Cup whispers fade as Texas Republicans rally for the midterms
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Houston hosts the Texas GOP convention as World Cup host-status looms, but the crowd remains fixated on the midterms and a hard-right platform; Abbott's presence signals unity amid infighting, while debates over abortion and other culture-war issues dominate and interest in soccer is tepid among delegates.
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