Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson Makes Waves

In a surprising turn of events, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson has made headlines by stepping into the spotlight at the Republican National Convention.

This move comes just months after he switched political parties, marking a significant shift in his political allegiance.

Johnson, who held elected office in Texas as a Democrat for 13 years, made a bold statement by appearing on the GOP's biggest stage. His decision to switch parties was influenced by a specific incident last September when activists showed up at his house demanding that he defund the police.

According to Johnson, the lack of support from his fellow Democrats during this challenging time was a pivotal factor in his decision to leave the party.

"I didn't leave the Dem because they left me first," said Johnson, emphasizing the lack of support from his former party during the incident. "I've been a Dem my entire life, albeit a conservative one, but when those activists tried to scare my kid, my fellow Dems were silent. It was Republicans who offered support."

This move has positioned Dallas as the largest U.S. city led by a Republican, underlining the significance of Johnson's decision.

Source: 5 NBC DFW