Democrats try to defeat candidate expressing antisemitic views in Texas runoff on Tuesday
Democratic leaders are working to prevent Maureen Galindo, a candidate with antisemitic views, from winning the party's nomination in the Texas runoff. Galindo's inflammatory rhetoric has raised concerns among Democrats, especially after she received the most votes in the primary. The runoff highlights the challenges of addressing extreme beliefs within political campaigns.
- ▪Maureen Galindo is facing Johnny Garcia in the Texas Democratic runoff for the 35th Congressional District.
- ▪Galindo has made antisemitic comments, including calls for imprisoning 'American Zionists.'
- ▪Democratic leaders have accused Republicans of supporting Galindo's campaign through a political action committee.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDemocrats try to defeat candidate expressing antisemitic views in Texas runoff on TuesdayDemocratic leaders are trying to prevent Maureen Galindo, a candidate who has repeatedly expressed antisemitic views, from winning their party’s nomination in next week’s Texas runoff, and they’ve accused Republicans of propping up her campaignByMIKE CATALINI Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 3:59 PM1:43FILE - A cowboy hat and state flag are seen at a campaign event, Feb. 16, 2026, in Tyler, Texas.
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