Texas GOP fractures as leaders defend vulgar candidate while condemning racist rival
The Texas Republican Party is facing a significant internal rift as top leaders defend congressional nominee Brandon Herrera for past vulgar and misogynistic online comments, while simultaneously condemning Railroad Commission nominee Bo French for a recent racist post. House Speaker Mike Johnson called Herrera’s language 'detestable' but praised his campaign effectiveness, whereas Senator John Cornyn and others sharply criticized French’s remarks. This divergence highlights a split in the party’s tolerance for online extremism, with some leaders prioritizing electoral viability over ethical standards in the upcoming midterms.