Texas GOP convention’s live elephant steals the show — for all the wrong reasons

Published June 13, 2026 4:49pm ET | Updated June 13, 2026 4:57pm ET



A live elephant was the center of attention at the 2026 Republican Party of Texas Convention, serving as a symbol of unity — and later giving attendees something else to remember.

The convention ran from June 11-13 in Houston, Texas, with a theme of “Strong Roots, Bold Future.”

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