In the Texas Republican primaries, notable races are leading to runoffs, highlighting internal party conflicts and the influence of endorsements. Rep. Lynn Stucky is headed to a runoff in the Republican primary for Texas House District 64 as of 2024-03-12. Similarly, YouTube influencer Brandon Herrera, known as @TheAKGuy, has made it to a runoff by challenging Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) from the right, with Herrera's controversial remarks potentially affecting his voter support. Herrera's campaign gains attention as Rep. Matt Gaetz announces his attendance at a rally in Texas on 2024-03-12 to support Herrera against Gonzales, who faces backlash for supporting the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The Act's political cost is evident in Gonzales' inability to avoid a runoff, despite the district's moderate stance and inclusion of Uvalde. Additionally, the races for TX Congressional District 12 see Goldman and O’Shea heading to a runoff. Herrera's candidacy is criticized for mocking President Trump's teenage son and doubting Trump's general election viability, raising concerns about his potential impact on the Republican party. Herrera's campaign is further bolstered by @mattgaetz's endorsement and aims to secure support in Texas 23.
“Brandon Herrera would be a disaster for Republicans,” said one source. “Not only did he mock President Trump’s teenage son, which is totally uncalled for and disgusting behavior, he said Trump cannot win the general. This will not go unnoticed.” https://t.co/871K91FqhK
Goldman, O’Shea headed to runoff in Republican primary for TX Congressional District 12 https://t.co/fpzHSLE7ls
If you live in Texas 23 vote for @TheAKGuy ! We need more members of Congress who love America. https://t.co/xXw0K0Jt7P
Ayyyy! @TheAKGuy got @mattgaetz endorsement. Now we need to get @realDonaldTrump on board. Time to unite and send a message that any Republican that sells out the American people by supporting anti-gun measures or fights against a secure border will be primaried https://t.co/ZjPJmVhCsR
This race is interesting because it represents a political cost for voting for the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. The district isn't deep red and includes Uvalde. But Gonzales, the incumbent, couldn't avoid a run-off against a guntuber with a sizable following. https://t.co/MYi6DL487z
NEW: Matt Gaetz will attend rally in Texas on Thursday for @TheAKGuy, who’s challenging GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales. Gonzales, under fire for supporting gun reform, at risk of his losing primary after failing to avoid a run-off. Not the 1st time Gaetz has targeted a GOP colleague.
EXCLUSIVE: YouTube influencer Brandon Herrera has made it to a run-off in Texas by primarying Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) to his right. But this clip might not sit well with Herrera's voters. https://t.co/wIcx23J4Tu
Rep. Lynn Stucky headed to runoff in Republican primary for Texas House District 64 https://t.co/GT8NMv47MO