Texans are heading to the polls Tuesday to make their final selections for which Democrats and Republicans will run for various seats in the state. One of the most highly anticipated elections is the GOP primary runoff in Texas' 23rd Congressional District, where U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales is facing a tough challenge from a social media influencer.
As voters head to the polls for a GOP primary runoff in Texas' 23rd Congressional District this month, U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales is getting ready for a fierce battle. The centrist is being challenged by a hard-right social media influencer with over 3 million followers on YouTube, Brandon Herrera.
In Texas, tight GOP races at the state and national level underscore patterns of polarization seen throughout the party. The race in District 23 is no exception, with the incumbent facing off against a candidate with a large online following and a strong conservative base.
State Rep. Craig Goldman and business owner John O'Shea are competing to replace U.S. Rep. Kay Granger, with Brandon Gill winning the GOP nomination. The competition in District 23 is heating up as the runoff election approaches.
NORTH TEXAS — Texans are once again heading to the polls. Early voting in the May 28 runoff election begins Monday and runs through Friday. The race in District 23 has garnered national attention, with both candidates vying for the opportunity to represent their constituents.
At a Bexar County Republican Party forum, four primary candidates for the GOP nomination for CD23. The empty chair is for incumbent Tony. The atmosphere is tense as supporters of both candidates rally behind their choices in this crucial election.
An internet celebrity has pushed a tenured congressman to a runoff in one of the most anticipated elections this May. The showdown between the incumbent and the challenger has captured the attention of voters across the state.
Tags: Politics, Texas, Uvalde, Tony Gonzales, Greg Abbott, Brandon Herrera, District 23, Congress, Vote 2024. Tony Gonzales and Brandon are front and center in the race for the GOP nomination in District 23.
