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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who rose from sportscaster to Texas political powerhouse, seeks 4th term

Houston Public Media By Blaise Gainey, Texas Newsroom Oct 26, 2026 · 11:54 AM 0 views 0 comments

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who rose from sportscaster to Texas political powerhouse, seeks 4th term — Image: Houston Public Media

Long before he became one of the state's most powerful Republican leaders, Dan Patrick was a broadcaster with a flair for showmanship. Now, the three-term lieutenant governor is facing an unusually competitive reelection bid.

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