Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R) issued a rare public rebuke Friday against fellow Republican Gov. Greg Abbott over Abbott's recent executive order aimed at regulating the sale of THC products in the state.

Abbott's executive order on Wednesday directed state agencies to stop minor sales of THC products after state lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on restrictions while in session.

Patrick indicated in his letter he feared the limited restrictions could pave the way for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Texas.

"I am and will always be against any pathway that could open the door to recreational marijuana in our state," Patrick wrote. "We do not want to be another failed Colorado."

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