Neil Bush, a member of the prominent Republican Bush family, announced on Tuesday that he cast his vote for Democrat James Talarico in the ongoing Texas Senate race. In a statement shared on Facebook, Bush noted that he typically avoids public political endorsements, but felt compelled to speak out due to his specific concerns regarding the Republican nominee, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

This endorsement marks a notable break from traditional party alignment for a member of the Bush family, which has historically been a cornerstone of the Republican establishment. While Bush did not elaborate on the specific nature of his concerns regarding Paxton, his public declaration highlights a divide within the party regarding the current direction of its candidates. The race remains high-stakes, and Bush’s decision to go public with his vote serves as a signal of dissatisfaction among some traditional conservatives with the current Republican ticket in Texas. As of now, the campaign for Ken Paxton has not issued a formal response to the endorsement.