Karl Rove Opposes Bo French

Texas GOP railroad commissioner candidate Bo French posted a social-media message about University of Texas students celebrating a football win, prompting backlash from critics who called it racist. The oil and gas industry has mostly stayed silent, even after its committee endorsed him and later condemned the comments. French has a long record of inflammatory remarks about Jews, Muslims and others. The Texas Railroad Commission regulates oil and gas, giving the low-profile race high stakes. Outgoing Republican Sen. John Cornyn said he would not vote for French. Former Bush strategist Karl Rove said he would vote for Democrat Jon Rosenthal. The next test is whether energy groups or Republican leaders go further.