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Texas primary race highlights the growing rift within GOP

Season 2024 Episode 151 | 6m 16s

A primary election in Texas got national attention for what it could mean for the future of the Republican Party and incumbents facing far-right challengers. Incumbent GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales, who has worked across the aisle on several issues, narrowly defeated a far-right YouTube personality. Laura Barrón-López discussed these growing divides with former Republican Congressman Joe Walsh.

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