The original convention still kept going overnight, though, as delegates met to vote on key leadership positions — including the state party chairmanship.
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Trump administration must accept new DACA applications, judge orders
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With high-stakes election season looming, Texas GOP Chair James Dickey faces formidable opposition
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Nearly 1 million people voted in Tuesday’s Democratic runoff. The party says it’s a sign of strength to come in November.
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Texas congressional candidate backed by Donald Trump remains in too-close-to-call runoff with Ted Cruz’s pick
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Candace Valenzuela among runoff winners as Texas congressional battleground races take shape
Other notable winners Tuesday night included Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls and Austin attorney Mike Siegel.