Allred defeats Johnson in heated Texas 33 Democratic runoff race
Summary
Colin Allred won the Democratic runoff election for Texas's 33rd Congressional District, beating U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson. Allred will now compete against the Republican candidate in the November general election.Key Facts
- Colin Allred and Julie Johnson competed in a runoff because neither got more than 50% in the March 3 primary.
- Allred led the March primary with nearly 44% of the votes, Johnson had over 33%.
- Both candidates criticized each other’s records during the campaign.
- Allred accused Johnson of profiting from stock trades tied to companies he linked to civil rights issues.
- Johnson criticized Allred’s past voting record on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- Allred said the current administration uses ICE as a political tool against opponents.
- Allred highlighted his local ties and success in getting federal funding.
- The winner of the runoff will face the Republican nominee in the November election.
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