Quick Hit:

Former Texas State Rep. Shawn Thierry, who recently left the Democratic Party, endorsed Donald Trump during a live interview on Fox News Tuesday night. Thierry has been critical of the Democrats' progressive policies, particularly on issues like gender-transitioning care for minors.

Key Details:

• Thierry switched to the Republican Party after facing backlash from Democrats for supporting GOP-led bills.

• During her appearance on The Ingraham Angle, Thierry endorsed Trump, praising his leadership and policies.

• Thierry’s defection has shifted the political balance in the Texas House to 87 Republicans and 63 Democrats.

Diving Deeper:

On Tuesday, former Texas State Representative Shawn Thierry, who recently switched from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party, endorsed former President Donald Trump during a live interview on Fox News' The Ingraham Angle. Thierry’s public endorsement marks her further alignment with the GOP after she defected from the Democratic Party earlier this year, citing deep concerns over its progressive shift.

Thierry, who lost her primary election after supporting Republican-led bills restricting gender-transitioning care for minors, praised Trump during the interview. "President Trump understands what this country needs—strong leadership, conservative values, and putting America first," Thierry said, echoing the sentiments of many Republicans who support the former president’s policies.

Her decision to back Trump builds on the reasons she initially left the Democratic Party. Thierry had been vocal about her disillusionment with the party’s growing progressive wing, accusing Democrats of abandoning traditional values and alienating working families. This shift was especially apparent when Thierry broke ranks to support GOP initiatives, including legislation aimed at restricting transition-related medical procedures for minors.