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Dems face a Tea Party-style revolt in Texas and beyond in 2026 races

Democratic establishment leaders have lost some power as progressives have turned on them.

Axios · Dec 9, 2025

Texas Rep. Marc Veasey to run for Tarrant County judge - Roll Call

Rep. Marc Veasey, a 7th-term Democrat from North Texas, announced he would not seek reelection, instead running for Tarrant County judge. 

Roll Call · Dec 9, 2025

Democratic Rep. Marc Veasey files for Tarrant County judge, forgoing eighth term in Congress

The Fort Worth congressman’s district was upended under the new GOP-friendly map approved this summer. He was expected to run for the district being vacated by Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 9, 2025

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches Senate run in Texas - Roll Call

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett jumped into the Senate race in Texas on Monday, shortly after former Rep. Colin Allred dropped out.

Roll Call · Dec 8, 2025

Colin Allred Drops Out Of Texas' U.S. Senate Race, Will Run For House Instead

Former Rep. Colin Allred announced he is dropping out of the race to be the next Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Texas as Jasmine Crockett is expected to announce her bid.

Latin Times · Dec 8, 2025

Democrat Colin Allred drops out of Senate race, announces run for 33rd Congressional District

The former Dallas congressman said he wanted to help his party avoid a runoff. In his campaign to return to the House, he will face U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson, his successor in Congress.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 8, 2025

Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred will run for House instead of Senate - Roll Call

Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred will run for the House instead of Senate, setting up a likely Democratic primary clash with Rep. Julie Johnson.

Roll Call · Dec 8, 2025

Jasmine Crockett Hints Announcement About Whether She Will Run For Senate 90 Minutes Before State Deadline

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett said she will make a "special announcement" on Monday, likely whether she will run for the U.S. Senate in Texas, 90 minutes before the state's deadline to submit the paperwork.

International Business Times · Dec 5, 2025

Jasmine Crockett, leaning toward Senate bid, schedules campaign event Monday

The Dallas congresswoman said she discussed polling with Colin Allred and James Talarico.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 2, 2025

With Primary Field Still in Flux, James Talarico Pitches His Big Tent Revival

"I'm not interested in tearing down my fellow Democrats, because we are all on the same team ... but I think that I've got a compelling case to make."

Texas Observer · Dec 2, 2025