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Senfronia Thompson says she has votes to become Texas House speaker

State Rep. Senfronia Thompson of Houston announced Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, that she has secured enough votes to become Texas House speaker when the Legislature convenes in January 2027. Her announcement came hours after h…

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