Among the front-runners is Rep. David Cook, a Republican from North Texas. Cook is heading into his third term in the House of Representatives, serving in District 96.

State Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield, takes the oath of office with his hand on a bible on the first day of the 88th Texas legislative session on Jan 10, 2023. Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune ...

State Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield, takes the oath of office with his hand on a bible on the first day of the 88th Texas legislative session on Jan 10, 2023.

MANSFIELD, Texas — Last year, state Rep. David Cook of Mansfield was quietly but steadily climbing the ranks of Texas politics. The sophomore lawmaker had been named vice chair of the committee ...

However, in a Jan. 2 letter sent to House Democrats, Cook said, “While you may not be aware of all the conversations happening, I can assure you that I have support amongst Democratic members.” ...