Former Texas Republican Party chairman Allen West throws his hat into the ring to challenge current Texas Governor Greg Abbott for the position of Texas governor. Sunday morning (7-4-2021) at his home church in Carrollton, he announced candidacy. He joins in this race former state Senator Don Huffines and Blaze TV host Chad Prather. Photo:GettyImages Appropriate hat being thrown into the ring to run for Texas Governor.Photo: EyeEm