Anti-DEI candidate declares victory over industry favorite for seat on Texas oil agency
Conservative Bo French has declared victory in the Republican primary runoff for a seat on Texas' Railroad Commission, defeating incumbent Jim Wright. French campaigned against diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, positioning himself as a staunch supporter of the oil and gas industry. If confirmed as the winner, he will compete against Democrat Jon Rosenthal in the upcoming general election.
- ▪Bo French won the Republican primary runoff for Texas' Railroad Commission, defeating incumbent Jim Wright.
- ▪French's campaign focused on opposing DEI policies and supporting the oil and gas industry.
- ▪Wright was backed by major oil companies and Republican state leaders but was unable to secure enough votes to win.
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Conservative Bo French has declared victory in the Republican primary runoff election for a seat on Texas‘ Railroad Commission after campaigning on opposing Islamist and diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. French ousted incumbent commissioner Jim Wright, who was backed by major oil companies and Republican state leaders. The Texas Railroad Commission, despite its name, does not regulate railroads, but the energy industry in the Lone Star State. It is widely considered to be one of the most powerful agencies in the state, overseeing all phases of the oil and gas production process as well as pipeline safety and natural gas rates.
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