The Texas Constitution says how the state must fill vacancies if Trump were to call on Greg Abbott, Dan Patrick or Ken Paxton to join his administration.
Speculation is running rampant that President-elect Donald Trump could pick Texas Republicans , such as Gov. Greg Abbott or Attorney General Ken Paxton , for various roles in his next administration. Much of those backroom discussions are hard to confirm, but what is certain is what the Texas Constitution says about potential vacancies if Trump starts calling up elected officials with whom he’s built a deep relationship with over the years.
Which Texans could be in the running for Trump administration roles? The biggest name is Abbott, who Trump singled out earlier this year as a “spectacular man” who had “done a great job” in Texas. Trump said Abbott was one of the people he would consider for a running mate, though he ultimately picked Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. Abbott’s experience on border security issues and his past as Texas' attorney general could make him an option for all kinds of roles – if he wants it.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick bats down speculation he would join Trump's Cabinet: 'I am staying in Texas' Texas has seen this play out before. On Dec. 21, 2000, then-Lt. Gov. Rick Perry became the state’s governor for the remainder of Gov. George W. Bush’s term after he went to the White House. Even if Abbott stays put, Patrick could get an offer to join Trump’s administration in some capacity.
Donald Trump flipped these Texas counties to help propel presidential victory, maps show Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are also showing up on short lists for potential jobs with Trump. If either leaves state government, the governor would have the power to choose a replacement until the next election in 2026. Finally, Trump could come calling for a member of Congress like he has done before. U.S. Rep.
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