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The Texas Tribune
The Texas Tribune
National
James Barragán

Texas Republicans show mix of enthusiasm and reticence toward Trump’s run for president

Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally in Conroe on January 29, 2022.
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally in Conroe on Jan. 29, 2022. (Credit: Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune)

Texas Republicans, who have been some of Donald Trump’s most vocal supporters, had mixed reactions to the former president’s announcement that he will once again run for the White House in 2024 — reflecting a national mood of GOP apprehension toward Trump and the search for a potential other candidate to seek the nomination.

Die-hard supporters like Attorney General Ken Paxton and Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller were quick to tout enthusiastic support for Trump as the 2024 Republican presidential nominee.

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