Texas Republicans move to close state primaries

The Republican Party of Texas is looking to close its primaries, setting up a legal battle in court.

Texas has open primaries, allowing any voters to vote in party primaries, including voters who align with the opposing party. The practice favors centrist candidates, who can rely on independent and Democratic centrists to support them over more partisan candidates. The Texas Republican Party, among the most conservative in the country, is looking to change the system to favor more conservative candidates.