Trump's son endorses George P Bush's Texas re-election bid
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) Donald Trump Jr. has endorsed George P. Bushs re-election bid for Texas land commissioner, repaying Bush for breaking with his powerful political family and supporting Donald Trumps 2016 presidential bid.
The presidents oldest son tweeted Tuesday that Texas conservatives have a clear choice: Bush for Texas Land Commissioner.
Bushs office administers oil and natural gas exploration rights on Texas 13 million acres of public lands. Seen as a rising GOP star nationally, Bush is facing a challenge in Texas March 6 primary from Republican Jerry Patterson, who was Bushs predecessor as land commissioner.
George P. Bush initially backed his father Jebs 2016 presidential run, but later campaigned for Trump. His grandfather and uncle, both ex-presidents, shunned Trump during the campaign, but called to congratulate him after he beat Hillary Clinton.
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