Texas GOP chairman Allen West resigns, may challenge Gov. Greg Abbott in primary
Former Florida congressman, beloved by tea partiers, toppled a state Republican chairman only 11 months ago
Allen West, the new CEO of the National Center for Policy Analysis at their offices in Dallas, on May 11, 2015. (Michael Ainsworth/The Dallas Morning News)(Michael Ainsworth / Staff Photographer)
Updated at 10 a.m.
Texas Republican Party Chairman Allen West resigned on Friday after less than 11 months in the job, and confirmed speculation that he may challenge Gov. Greg Abbott in the primary.
West, a former one-term Florida congressman and retired Army lieutenant colonel, told WBAP radio that he is prayerfully considering running for governor.
Former Rep. Allen West (R-Fla.) is stepping down from his post as chair of the Texas Republican Party, a move that is likely to fuel speculation that he is preparing to run for statewide office.
Former U.S. Rep. Allen West announced Friday his resignation as chairman of the Texas Republican Party, fueling speculation he is considering a run for statewide office.
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