Prominent Texas Republicans have condemned a racist social media post by Bo French, a Republican candidate for railroad commissioner. The post, which was shared on Sunday, sparked backlash among party leaders. French is running for a statewide position that oversees Texas’ oil and gas industry. The comments were seen as offensive and inconsistent with the party’s values. Several lawmakers expressed concern over the incident. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party. The candidate has not yet responded publicly to the criticism. The situation could impact his campaign and the party’s image.