Galindo projected to lose Texas Dem House runoff after antisemitism accusations
Maureen Galindo is projected to lose the Texas Democratic House runoff to Johnny Garcia following accusations of antisemitism. Galindo's controversial comments about Zionists sparked backlash from within the Democratic Party, leading to her distancing from party leaders. The race has been characterized as likely Republican due to recent redistricting efforts.
- ▪Johnny Garcia beat Maureen Galindo in the Democratic primary runoff in Texas' 35th Congressional District.
- ▪Galindo faced criticism after making antisemitic remarks, including pledging to turn an immigration detention facility into a prison for 'American Zionists.'
- ▪Democratic leaders have labeled Galindo's language as disqualifying and threatened to expel her if she wins the general election.
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Politics Maureen Galindo projected to lose Texas Democratic House runoff after antisemitism accusations By Caitlin Yilek Caitlin Yilek Politics Reporter Caitlin Yilek is a politics reporter at CBSNews.com, based in Washington, D.C. She previously worked for the Washington Examiner and The Hill, and was a member of the 2022 Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship with the National Press Foundation. Read Full Bio Caitlin Yilek May 26, 2026 / 10:41 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Johnny Garcia beat Maureen Galindo in the Democratic primary runoff in Texas' 35th Congressional District, CBS News projects, after accusations of antisemitic comments by Galindo roiled the race in the final days.
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