Cheney will speak at DeLay fundraiser

[Judi Lynn]

Nov. 21, 2005, 10:01PM
Cheney will speak at DeLay fundraiser
Appearance is a sign the lawmaker has party support


By SAMANTHA LEVINE
Copyright 2005 Houston Chronicle Washington Bureau

WASHINGTON - One of the most powerful members of the House usually does not need the vice president to campaign for him, but then again, this is an unusual time for Rep. Tom DeLay. So on Dec. 5, Dick Cheney is scheduled to speak at what promises to be a lucrative re-election fundraiser in Houston for the Sugar Land Republican.

The vice president's first appearance on DeLay's behalf is proof that the lawmaker, who faces two felony charges in Texas, still has powerful allies.

"It points out that the party is behind (DeLay) and the (Bush) administration is supportive and wants to keep Congressman DeLay in office," said Eric Thode, chairman of the Republican Party of Fort Bend County.
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Some of the highest-ranking Republicans in Texas, including Gov. Rick Perry and Sens. Kay Bailey Hutchison and John Cornyn, are serving as chairs of the fundraising event.
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