Democrat Johnny Garcia wins Texas House primary after rival’s antisemitic comments
Democrat Johnny Garcia has won the primary for Texas' 35th Congressional District, defeating Maureen Galindo, who faced backlash for antisemitic remarks. The district, redrawn by Republicans, is considered competitive despite Trump's previous support. National Democratic leaders condemned Galindo's comments, while significant spending from a super PAC aimed to support her campaign.
- ▪Johnny Garcia won the Democratic primary in Texas' 35th Congressional District.
- ▪Maureen Galindo faced condemnation for her antisemitic comments from party leaders.
- ▪The district was redrawn by Republicans to favor their candidates, but signs indicate it could be competitive in the general election.
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BREAKING NEWSMay. 27, 2026, 2:30 AM UTC2026 Election2026 ElectionDemocrat Johnny Garcia wins Texas House primary after rival’s antisemitic comments drew national rebukesGarcia defeated Maureen Galindo, NBC News projects, despite big spending for Galindo from a super PAC with GOP links. The district could be competitive in November.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Maureen Galindo and Johnny Garcia, candidates for U.S. House District 35, participate in a forum in San Antonio on May 6.Katina Zentz / San Antonio Express-News via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleBy Ben KamisarDemocrat Johnny Garcia has won his party’s primary in Texas’ 35th Congressional District, NBC News projects, defeating a rival who had been condemned by party leaders for antisemitic comments…
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