Election Night Recap

Ted Cruz Defeats Collin Allred

In one of the most closely watched races, incumbent Senator Ted Cruz has defeated Democratic challenger Rep. Collin Allred. Cruz's victory secures another term in the U.S. Senate and reinforces the Republican hold on Texas's statewide offices. The race was seen as a test of Democratic momentum in Texas, but the results suggest that the state remains solidly in the Republican column. No Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate has won in Texas since 1988.

Former President Trump Wins Texas

Former President Donald Trump has secured a victory in Texas, further cementing the state's Republican-leaning presidential elections. Trump's policies and rhetoric continue to resonate with a significant portion of Texas voters, particularly on issues like immigration and the economy. No Democratic presidential candidate has won in Texas since 1976.

Republicans Gain Ground Compared to 2020

Republicans are performing stronger than they did in the 2020 elections. This trend is particularly evident in South Texas, where GOP candidates are making significant inroads in areas that have traditionally leaned Democratic. Factors such as shifting demographics, the GOP's focus on border security, economic development, and conservative social values played a role in the shift. We project the Republicans to pick up 2 state House seats and Republican challenger Hinojosa leads Sen. LaMantia which would be an additional seat to the Republicans.

All of the results below are unofficial and current as of publication time. For the most updated results, please visit the Texas Secretary of State's website.

US Senate Race

S1 - Rated as (Likely R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Ted Cruz (Incumbent) (54%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Collin Alred (44%)

• Libertarian (L): Ted Brown (2%)

Texas Senate Races

SD 27 - Rated as (Toss-Up)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Adam Hinojosa (49%) Projected winner

• Democrat (D): Morgan LaMantia (48%)

• Libertarian (L): Robin Vargas (2%)

Texas Congressional Races

CD 28 - Rated as (Toss-Up)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Jay Furman (48%)

• Democrat (D): Henry Cuellar (Incumbent) (52%) Winner

CD 34 - Rated as (Lean D)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Mayra Flores (49%)

• Democrat (D): Vicente Gonzalez (Incumbent) (51%) Winner

Texas House District Races

HD 34 - Rated as (Lean D)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Denise Villalobos (55%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Solomon Ortiz (44%)

HD 37 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Janie Lopez (Incumbent) (55%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Jonathan Gracia (45%)

HD 41 - Rated as (Lean D)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): John (Doc) Robert Guerra 46%

• Democrat (D): Bobby Guerra (Incumbent) 53% Winner

HD 52 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Caroline Harris Davila (Incumbent)(56%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Jennie Birkholz (44%)

HD 63 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Ben Bumgarner (Incumbent) (56%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Michelle Beckley (44%)

HD 70 - Rated as (Lean D)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Steven Kinard (48%)

• Democrat (D): Mihaela Plesa (Incumbent) 52% Winner

HD 74 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Robert Garza 52% Winner

• Democrat (D): Eddie Morales (Incumbent) 48%

HD 80 - Rated as (Likely R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Don McLaughlin (63%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Cecilia Castellano (37%)

HD 94 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Tony Tinderholt (Incumbent) (56%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Denise Wilkerson (44%)

HD 96 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): David Cook (Incumbent) (57%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Ebony Turner (42%)

HD 108 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Morgan Meyer (Incumbent) (58%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Elizabeth Ginsberg (41%)

HD 112 - Rated as (Toss Up)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Angie Chen Button (Incumbent) (55%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Averie Bishop (45%)

HD 118 - Rated as (Toss Up)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): John Lujan (Incumbent) (52%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Kristian Carranza (48%)

HD 121 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Marc LaHood (53%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Laurel Jordan Swift (47%)

HD 122 - Rated as (Lean R)

Candidates:

• Republican (R): Mark Dorazio (Incumbent) (58%) Winner

• Democrat (D): Kevin Geary (42%)

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