Greg Abbott lost because he became a RINO, Trump says
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott's political standing took a hit as President Trump labeled him a "RINO," or Republican in Name Only, for not aligning closely enough with the Trump base. This rebuke came after Trump praised Abbott earlier as "strong and highly respected." The shift highlights the growing rift between Trump and moderate Republicans, underscoring the influence of Trump's endorsement in shaping political outcomes and the stakes involved in aligning with his support or criticism.
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