Gov. Greg Abbott said the primary showed Texans want vouchers. In House District 18, an ad blitz and immigration fears may have played a larger role.

Texans For Lawsuit Reform and pro-voucher groups are also spending millions.

As promised, the governor is going after members of his own party after some of them tanked his top legislative priority.

A deal between the governor and House would be a breakthrough after months of talks. But whether they actually have a deal is unclear.