Texas Elections See GOP Gains and Key Democratic Holds
Republicans expand legislative control while Democrats secure pivotal congressional victories in South Texas.
- U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar wins an 11th term despite facing a looming federal indictment for corruption charges.
- The Texas GOP is set to increase its majority in the state legislature, potentially facilitating Governor Abbott's school voucher agenda.
- Democrat Vicente Gonzalez narrowly retains his seat in Texas' 34th Congressional District against Republican Mayra Flores.
- Republican Monica De La Cruz secures a second term in the 15th District, maintaining GOP momentum in South Texas.
- Republican efforts to flip border districts show mixed results as some Democratic incumbents hold their ground.