There will be at least two more weeks for Nick Lampson, the Democratic candidate for Tom DeLay’s seat, to enjoy campaigning without an opponent.
The GOP nomination will remain in limbo until early August, which is when the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals will rule on whether DeLay will be forced to stay on the ballot, according to Roll Call (sub. req.). If he and the Texas Republicans lose, then he’ll be forced to decide whether to get back in the race or allow Lampson to run for the seat without a GOP opponent.
In the meantime, the clock is ticking…
