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Ron DeSantis: “Texas has been the most significant Republican state this century. A Democrat sweep of statewide races — and possible…”

On the recordNovember 5, 2026
Texas has been the most significant Republican state this century. A Democrat sweep of statewide races — and possible capture of the legislature — takes away one of the anchors of the modern GOP. A huge loss.
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Ron DeSantis
Florida
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Commenting on Republican losses in Texas.

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