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Pierce Bush Makes History as First Member of Family to Lose a Texas Race in Over 40 Years

Republican, and grandson of former President George H.W. Bush , Pierce Bush became the first member of his family to lose a Texas race in over 40 years. Bush lost his bid for the Republican nomination. Despite coming…

Savannah RychcikMar 4, 20202 min read

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. The source also said that at the time the family was “still widely revered” in Texas and especially Houston.

While campaigning, Pierce Bush was vocal about his opposition to the idea of big government.

In an interview with KPRC 2 Houston, Pierce Bush said, “There are real people on the other side of the aisle that are trying to sell an idea that big government can answer all of our country’s problems.”

He also previously called 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) a “committed socialist.”

Pierce Bush was also open about his support for President Donald Trump and his policies.

“He’s doing an excellent job for the American people, this congressional district is certainly reaping the benefits of it, and it is his policies and the conservative principles he stands for that I fundamentally believe are the most empowering of ideals,” saidPierce Bush.

George P. Bush, the Texas Land Commissioner and another grandson of George H.W. Bush is the only member of the family that is currently holding public office. Pierce Bush currently serves as the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Lone Star, which is the largest BBBS affiliate agency in the country.