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Texas' 30th Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Democratic primary)

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2024
Texas' 30th Congressional District
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Democratic primary
Republican primary
General election
Election details
Filing deadline: December 8, 2025
Primary: March 3, 2026
Primary runoff: May 26, 2026
General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times:

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Voting in Texas

Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Democratic
DDHQ and The Hill: Pending
Inside Elections: Solid Democratic
Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Democratic
Ballotpedia analysis
U.S. Senate battlegrounds
U.S. House battlegrounds
Federal and state primary competitiveness
Ballotpedia's Election Analysis Hub, 2026
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A Democratic Party primary takes place on March 3, 2026, in Texas' 30th Congressional District to determine which Democratic candidate will run in the district's general election on November 3, 2026.

Candidate filing deadline Primary election General election
December 8, 2025
March 3, 2026
November 3, 2026



A primary election is an election in which registered voters select a candidate that they believe should be a political party's candidate for elected office to run in the general election. They are also used to choose convention delegates and party leaders. Primaries are state-level and local-level elections that take place prior to a general election. Texas utilizes an open primary system. Voters do not have to register with a party in advance in order to participate in that party's primary. The voter must sign a pledge stating the following (the language below is taken directly from state statutes)[1]

The following pledge shall be placed on the primary election ballot above the listing of candidates' names: 'I am a (insert appropriate political party) and understand that I am ineligible to vote or participate in another political party's primary election or convention during this voting year.'[2]

For information about which offices are nominated via primary election, see this article.

This page focuses on Texas' 30th Congressional District Democratic primary. For more in-depth information on the district's Republican primary and the general election, see the following pages:

Candidates and election results

Note: The following list includes official candidates only. Ballotpedia defines official candidates as people who:

  • Register with a federal or state campaign finance agency before the candidate filing deadline
  • Appear on candidate lists released by government election agencies

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 30

Incumbent Jasmine Crockett, Rodney LaBruce, Saul Rodriguez, and Oscar Villar are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 30 on March 3, 2026.


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Candidate profiles

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Party: Democratic Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography "I am Rodney LaBruce, a dedicated public servant and community advocate with deep roots in Texas’s 30th Congressional District. I was born and raised in the Red Bird area and have spent my life in service to others through ministry and community initiatives. I proudly call Cedar Hill my home, where I live with my wife and two sons. My faith and my experiences have shaped my commitment to ending poverty, empowering communities, and ensuring every voice in our district is heard. As a candidate for Congress, I bring a fresh perspective rooted in service, an understanding of the challenges our communities face, and a clear vision for a brighter, more equitable future for District 30."


Key Messages

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Poverty is a challenge that affects all of us, directly or indirectly. It’s not just an economic issue but one that impacts public safety, education, and healthcare access. My campaign is focused on identifying and addressing the root causes of poverty in District 30, from housing insecurity and job shortages to inequities in education and healthcare. By implementing practical, community-driven solutions, we can create pathways to economic stability and opportunity for all. Ending poverty isn’t just about helping individuals—it’s about strengthening our entire community and building a district where everyone can thrive.


In an era where trust in leadership is at an all-time low, my campaign is built on the values of truth and transparency. I believe voters deserve honesty, clarity, and accountability from their elected representatives. That means making decisions that prioritize people over politics, communicating openly about challenges and solutions, and ensuring that no voice in our district is left unheard. My commitment to transparency extends to every aspect of my leadership, from campaign promises to policy implementation. Together, we can rebuild trust in government and focus on meaningful progress for District 30.


True progress requires collaboration, not division. My campaign is dedicated to building coalitions across District 30 that bring together advocates, activists, faith-based organizations, small businesses, nonprofits, and other community leaders. By working together, we can create innovative, community-focused solutions to the challenges we face. These coalitions will not only advocate for policy changes but also actively implement programs to support affordable housing, job training, senior care, and more. My vision is to unite the district under a shared purpose—creating a stronger, more resilient community for all.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Texas

Ballotpedia will publish the dates and deadlines related to this election as they are made available.

Campaign finance

Name Party Receipts* Disbursements** Cash on hand Date
Jasmine Crockett Democratic Party $3,836,453 $1,679,781 $3,767,906 As of June 30, 2025
Rodney LaBruce Democratic Party $665 $632 $-317 As of June 30, 2025
Saul Rodriguez Democratic Party $0 $0 $0 Data not available***
Oscar Villar Democratic Party $0 $0 $0 Data not available***

Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

* According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee."
** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election.
*** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

District analysis

This section will contain facts and figures related to this district's elections when those are available.

Ballot access

This section will contain information on ballot access related to this state's elections when it is available.

See also

External links

Footnotes

  1. Texas Statutes, "Section 172.086," accessed October 7, 2024
  2. Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.


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