The GOP runoff will occur on May 26 and the winner will face Jones in November. Some 2020 election dates and procedures have changed as a result of the coronavirus. Want to stay informed beyond election day? Sign up for our weekly newsletter to receive must-read coverage of the people and policies shaping the future of Texas. Members of the three-person board are elected statewide. Each representative serves a two-year term. Another plan in Lopez’s platform to fund education involves phasing out the state’s gas tax, 25% of which goes to education, and transitioning to a mileage-use fee, an idea that isn’t ripe but deserves study. Here’s what the outcomes of these primaries mean. To help voters make sense of the race, the Tribune asked the top candidates a series of simple questions designed to highlight their political and policy-based differences. She also says additional revenue from vehicles using alternative fuels can help fund education and transportation. Texas is set to hold its 2020 runoff elections on July 14 to finalize which Democratic and Republican primary candidates will be on the ballot for the November general election. In addition, it followed the case of Wesberry v. Sanders, resulting in Texas' previous congressional map being tossed out. Four Republicans are not running for reelection, meaning a shake-up on the board is certain no matter which party prevails in each of the eight seats up for election. Lopez’s local focus on issues as a physician and small-business owner will help her address District 66 constituents’ needs. There were only a few competitive races in the Texas Senate in 2020, but the ones that are in play are hugely important. This bump is due to 25 percent-higher Democratic voter turnout compared to 2016. They defeated Judith Ann Canales , Jay Hulings , and Angela Villescaz in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 6, 2018. But first there were competitive primaries — Kay Granger claimed victory in her race, while Henry Cuellar was locked in a showdown. The next closest were Abuabara and Valdez at roughly 11 percent each. Dallas Morning News Editorial. Texas runoff: Tony Gonzales narrowly leads Raul Reyes in Republican House District 23 race Eleanor Dearman, El Paso Times 7/15/2020 Some 1,000 daily virus cases in NY state, a … Candidates, polling and delegate information for the 2020 Texas Democratic Primary scheduled for March 3, 2020 Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 Gina Ortiz Jones and Ricardo Jose Treviño Jr. advanced to a runoff. Road lines provided by Natural Earth. Texas Senate District 29: With Rodriguez, the El Paso state senator, retiring at the end of his term, there's an open seat in Senate District 29. We're tracking Texas 2020 election results, from the top of the ballot to the bottom. Joe Biden won the primary in a stunning turnaround, but the delegates have yet to be allocated. Joe Biden won the primary in a stunning turnaround, but the delegates have yet to be allocated. In the primary, state Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr., the Democrat who most often crosses party lines in the Senate, may face a runoff election. The 1st district encompasses Deep East Texas, taking in Tyler, Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Longview, and Marshall.The incumbent is Republican Louie Gohmert, who was re-elected with 72.3% of the vote in 2018.. Republican primary Candidates Nominee. If you’d like to become one of the people we’re financially accountable to, click here to subscribe. In the general election, Democrats will try to unseat Republican Sen. Pete Flores and eliminate the supermajority that allows Republicans to bring a bill to the floor without Democratic support. RealClearPolitics - Election 2020 - Texas Democratic Primary Looking to November, Trump maintained a slight lead over each of the top Democrats in the race, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll. Folks in South and West Texas are ready to send a leader to Washington who will fight for quality, lower-cost health care, responsible and compassionate immigration reform, and an economy that works for everyone.”. One seat was up for election in 2020, and incumbent Ryan Sitton conceded the Republican primary in surprising upset. By Carla Astudillo Published: March 3, 2020 Updated: March 6, 2020. Elections 2020 Federal Gina Ortiz Jones Sails Through TX-23 Democratic Primary, Will Face Runoff Winner Between Tony Gonzales and Raul Reyes The 2018 Democratic nominee for the 23rd Congressional District, Gina Ortiz Jones, cruised to victory in her primary avoiding a runoff. Texas was a big prize for Democratic presidential candidates in 2020. Collin County voters are fortunate to have two smart, viable candidates in the Texas House District 66 Democratic primary. The House approved the bill but it didn’t pass the Senate, so Lopez plans to make it her first measure if elected, saying it’ll reduce health care costs. As of January, he had raised $12 million for his reelection bid, far outpacing his Democratic rivals. Judges run for office as partisans, and no Democrat has been elected to the court since 1994. Abbott Limits Mail-in Ballot Drop Off Sites to One Per County, Reinstates Poll Watchers, September Sales Tax Collections Down 6.1% from 2019, UT Has Second Worst Free Speech Tolerance in Nationwide Survey, $9.6 Million Zuckerberg Grant, Unvetted Vendors, and Blocked Poll Watchers Add to Harris County Election Controversy. He cruised to an easy victory in the primary. On the GOP side, Tony Gonzales emerged victorious with 28 percent. Tony Gonzales announced last year in San Antonio's Orsinger Park that he was running for Texas Congressional District 23. Johnathan Davidson, data architect; Primary results A free bi-weekly commentary on current events by Konni Burton. Four positions are up for election this year. She touts 12 years of administrative work in Plano schools and 23 years of community involvement as giving her perspective and knowledge to tackle education. Republican, Democratic U.S. House 23 Texas Primary Results - San Antonio, TX - A handful of candidates were on each party's ballot for the primary, aiming to compete in November for Will Hurd's seat. That's because the state has a huge number of delegates that are rewarded on primary night — 228 — and it awards most of them proportionally, meaning more than one candidate could secure some of them. Just a handful of votes separated Tony Gonzales and Raul Reyes in the Republican primary runoff for Congressional District 23 after Tuesday night. But there were fewer intraparty fights among Republicans than usual. We tip toward Lopez for her fresh, workable ideas. Johnathan Davidson, data architect; Primary results The senators elected this year will serve two-year terms. The 1st district encompasses Deep East Texas, taking in Tyler, Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Longview, and Marshall.The incumbent is Republican Louie Gohmert, who was re-elected with 72.3% of the vote in 2018.. Republican primary Candidates Nominee. Welcome to The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization dedicated to helping you navigate Texas policy and politics — including the 2020 elections. Following the Texas primaries on March 3, no candidate exceeded 50 percent of the vote in … Louie Gohmert, incumbent U.S. Representative; Eliminated in primary. Most of these candidates had never been on a statewide ballot in Texas. Ten are held by Republicans, and five are held by Democrats. Hirsch, 64, lost a bid for this seat to Republican Matt Shaheen by 391 votes in 2018. This is a tight call, with two strong entries who would do well by District 66, which covers Far North Dallas and West Plano. Subscribe on your platform of choice! Republican President Donald Trump was elected in 2016, and Texas Republican primary voters helped nominate him for a second term. Disclosure: Unlike almost every other media outlet, The Texan is not beholden to any special interests, does not apply for any type of state or federal funding, and relies exclusively on its readers for financial support. Collin County voters are fortunate to have two smart, viable candidates in the Texas House District 66 Democratic primary. AUSTIN, Texas — Wendy Davis has won the Democratic nomination in Texas’ Congressional District 21.