Democrat Christian Menefee wins special House election in Texas, narrowing Republican majority to 218-214.
Democrat Wins Texas House Seat
Democrat Christian Menefee won a special election to the U.S. House of Representatives in Texas, reducing Republican majority from 218-213 to 218-214. Menefee will assume the seat of Democrat Sylvester Turner, who died nearly a year ago in March 2025.
Democratic Victory in Texas State Senate
Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a special Texas state Senate election this weekend, defeating Republican Leigh Wambsganss by 15 percentage points. Wambsganss was supported by President Donald Trump, who had a 17-point advantage in this district during the presidential election.
Momentum for Democrats Ahead of November
The Democratic National Committee viewed Rehmet’s victory as another sign that Democrats have momentum before the November elections, when Americans will vote for the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate.
Dedication to Working People
33-year-old Air Force veteran Taylor Rehmet dedicated his victory to “ordinary, working people” in a video posted on X. His opponent Leigh Wambsganss warned that the result should be a signal to Republicans, noting that many stayed home instead of voting.
