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Abbott slams Democratic candidates at Texas GOP convention
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas Republican leaders repeated their urgent message at the state party's recent convention in Houston: unity drives victory.
Even so, Republicans made a major change in party leadership, selecting Vice Chair D'rinda Randall as their new Chair of the Texas GOP over existing Chairman Abraham...
Key takeaway Even so, Republicans made a major change in party leadership, selecting Vice Chair D'rinda Randall as their new Chair of the Texas GOP over existing Chairman Abraham George.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The Texas GOP convention's call for unity and leadership change may have implications for local politics in Southlake , where residents are known for their strong engagement in state and national issues. As the city is served by the Carroll Independent School District, which has been at the forefront of debates on education policy, the new Texas GOP leadership may influence the tone and direction of these discussions. Governor Abbott's criticism of Democratic candidates will likely resonate with Southlake's conservative-leaning voter base, potentially shaping the local conversation around the upcoming elections. The surprise appearance of Paige the Elephant, although unconventional, may also be seen as a lighthearted attempt to connect with voters and humanize the party's image in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, which includes Southlake. As the city's residents head to the polls this fall, they will be weighing the state party's message and leadership against their own local concerns and priorities.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
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What is this story about? Texas Republican leaders repeated their urgent message at the state party's recent convention in Houston: unity drives victory.
Even so, Republicans made a major change in party leadership, selecting Vice Chair D'rinda Randall as their new Chair of the Texas GOP over existing Chairman Abraham...
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