Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Democratic primary)
Incumbent Julie Johnson (D) and Colin Allred (D) advanced to a May 26 runoff after neither candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the Democratic primary for Texas' 33rd Congressional District on March 3, 2026. As of March 2026, Johnson and Allred led in fundraising, endorsements, and local media attention.[1][2] Click here for detailed results.
Allred was first elected to represent an earlier version of the district in 2018. In 2024, Allred ran for U.S. Senate rather than seeking re-election and Johnson was elected to the U.S. House. Allred ran for U.S. Senate in 2026 before dropping out of that race and re-filing for the 33rd District.
The Texas Tribune's Gabby Birenbaum said the primary "takes on additional novelty given that the two candidates are vying for a new district that includes unfamiliar turf for both," as Texas' redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections changed district lines. Birenbaum said the "new boundaries contain about a third of the residents from the old 32nd District that both Allred and Johnson have represented."[1]
Before her election to Congress, Johnson served six years in the Texas House of Representatives and worked as a litigation attorney in private practice.[3] Johnson said she was running "to fight for the people who are too often overlooked and to make sure North Texans are not an afterthought."[4] In an interview with Lone Star Politics, Johnson said Allred "was soundly rejected by the voters in the last election cycle, and he’s been soundly rejected this cycle. And I think he needs to take some introspection and look at why he couldn’t poll more favorably."[2]
Allred had worked as a professional athlete, civil rights attorney, and staff member at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama (D).[5] Allred said he was running "to fight for Texans who work hard and play by the rules but never feel like they can win."[5] Allred said he felt "a responsibility to those folks to try and make sure that we have a unified party going into November, and that I could best serve by looking at serving my hometown and the place where I was born and raised."[1]
Also running in the primary were Carlos Quintanilla (D) and Zeeshan Hafeez (D).
As of March 2026, The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, Inside Elections with Nathan Gonzales, and Larry Sabato's Crystal Ball each rated the general election Safe/Solid Democratic.
Texas conducted redistricting between the 2024 and 2026 elections. As a result, district lines in this state changed. According to an Inside Elections analysis, in the 2024 presidential election, Kamala Harris (D) received the largest share of the vote in the 2024 version of District 32—the district where Johnson and Allred served—by a margin of 24 percentage points. Harris received the largest share of the vote in the 2026 version of District 33 by a margin of 33 percentage points.[6]
Zeeshan Hafeez (D) completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. To read those survey responses, click here.
This is one of 51 open races for the U.S. House of Representatives this year in which an incumbent is not running for re-election. Across the country, 21 Democrats and 30 Republicans are not running for re-election. In 2024, 45 incumbents — 24 Democrats and 21 Republicans — did not seek re-election.
This page focuses on Texas' 33rd Congressional District Democratic primary. For more in-depth information on the district's Republican primary, Democratic primary runoff, and the general election, see the following pages:
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Republican primary)
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026 (May 26 Democratic primary runoff)
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026
Candidates and election results
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Colin Allred and incumbent Julie Johnson advanced to a runoff. They defeated Carlos Quintanilla and Zeeshan Hafeez in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Colin Allred | 45.5 | 21,374 |
| ✔ |  | Julie Johnson | 34.0 | 15,942 |
 | Carlos Quintanilla | 12.1 | 5,677 | |
 | Zeeshan Hafeez  | 8.4 | 3,950 | |
| Total votes: 46,943 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Marc Veasey (D)
Voting information
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Party: Democratic Party
Incumbent: Yes
Political Office:
- U.S. House of Representatives (Assumed office: 2025)
- Texas House of Representatives (2019–2025)
Biography: Johnson obtained a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin and a J.D. from the University of Houston. Before entering elected politics, Johnson worked as a lawyer in private practice.
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Sources: Julie Johnson campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026; X.com, "Julie Johnson on December 8, 2025," accessed January 8, 2026; Julie Johnson campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, "JOHNSON, Julie," accessed January 8, 2026
This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Texas District 33 in 2026.
Party: Democratic Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office:
- U.S. House of Representatives (2019–2025)
Biography: Allred obtained a bachelor's degree from Baylor University. After playing five seasons in the National Football League as a linebacker, Allred obtained a J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. Allred practiced as a civil rights attorney and worked as a staff member at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama (D).
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Sources: Colin Allred campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026; The Texas Tribune, "In North Texas, game of musical chairs culminates in primary between Democrats Colin Allred and Julie Johnson," December 15, 2026; Colin Allred campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026; Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, "ALLRED, Colin," accessed January 8, 2026
This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Texas District 33 in 2026.
Party: Democratic Party
Incumbent: No
Submitted Biography: "Zeeshan Hafeez’s story is one shared by countless families in Texas’s 33rd District — the son of immigrants, raised on sacrifice, service, and the belief that hard work should lead to opportunity. A proud Texan, devoted husband, and father of three, Zeeshan has built his life around family, faith, and service to the community. Armed with a law degree from Georgetown University and an MBA from the University of Virginia, Zeeshan could have chosen the easy path. Instead, he built a career solving real problems — expanding telehealth access for working families, mentoring youth, supporting small businesses, and helping nonprofits thrive. His leadership spans from the local to the global stage. He has advised Congress on labor and workers’ rights at the Harrison Institute of Public Policy, worked at the World Trade Organization in Geneva to help resolve international disputes, and served on community boards addressing racial equity, education, and infrastructure. Now, Zeeshan is bringing that experience to Washington — to reject special interest politics and fight for policies that reflect the values of everyday Texans: affordable healthcare, excellent public schools, clean air and water, and an economy that works for everyone. For Zeeshan, this campaign isn’t about power — it’s about people, service, and building a future where every family has a fair shot at the American Dream."
This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Texas District 33 in 2026.
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Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Washington has been hijacked by corporate PACs and special interests, and families in Texas’s 33rd District are paying the price. Zeeshan Hafeez is building a grassroots movement powered by the people — not big donors. He’ll fight to ban corporate PAC money, close tax loopholes for billionaires, and make government transparent and accountable. In Congress, he’ll push for universal healthcare, lower prescription drug costs, and housing policies that keep families in their homes. He’ll defend civil liberties, end mass surveillance, and stop government overreach that targets Muslim, Black, and immigrant communities. Zeeshan’s campaign is about restoring trust — putting people first, always.
Opportunity for Every Texan
Every family deserves a fair shot at the American Dream — not just those with wealth or connections. Zeeshan will fight to fully fund public schools, increase teacher pay, and make community college and trade programs tuition-free. He’ll work to expand affordable healthcare, protect reproductive rights, and invest in mental health services. Zeeshan will champion small businesses and strengthen unions, ensuring workers get fair wages and safe workplaces. He supports clean energy jobs, broadband for every home, and modern infrastructure to create opportunity in every corner of the district. His vision is an economy that lifts everyone, no matter their background or zip code.
A Voice for Justice and Change
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Beyond my family, I draw strength from leaders who challenge the status quo. People like Barbara Jordan, who brought moral clarity to Congress; Paul Wellstone, who never forgot that politics is about improving people’s lives; and Bernie Sanders, whose relentless fight for working families has redefined what it means to serve the people with honesty and courage.
I also look up to modern bridge-builders like Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar, who face intense pressure and personal attacks yet continue to speak truth to power and fight for justice. Their courage reminds me that leadership isn’t about being popular; it’s about standing up for those who are too often unheard.
And as a lifelong basketball fan, I’ve always admired Hakeem Olajuwon — not just for his excellence on the court, but for the humility, discipline, and faith he carried with him throughout his career. He showed me that you can strive for greatness while staying grounded in your values.
The example I want to follow is one of integrity, courage, and service — being a leader who listens first, puts people above politics, and never loses sight of the community I represent. My goal is to carry those values forward, building a legacy of trust, empathy, and real change for Texas’s 33rd District.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
I believe a representative should lead with humility and service, always remembering that public office is a trust, not a career. Listening is just as important as leading. Whether it’s a single parent struggling to find affordable childcare, a small business owner navigating rising costs, or a student worried about debt and opportunity, those voices must shape every decision made in Washington.
Courage is another essential principle. An elected official must be willing to take bold stances — whether it’s challenging endless wars, standing up to powerful lobbies like AIPAC, or fighting to make healthcare a human right. True leadership means prioritizing what’s just, not just what’s easy.
Compassion is equally vital. Policies are not numbers on a page — they are lifelines for real people. From advocating for clean air and water in our neighborhoods, to ensuring every family has access to affordable housing and healthcare, compassion must guide every vote.
Finally, an elected official must be transparent and accountable. Our communities deserve to know how decisions are made and where money is going. I will always operate with openness, keeping my constituents informed and involved, because a healthy democracy depends on trust.
At the core, leadership is about service, courage, and a relentless commitment to justice and equity. That’s the kind of representative I will be — one who listens, one who fights, and one who never forgets who I work for: the people of Texas’s 33rd District.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
A representative must be a champion for the community’s needs, fighting for policies that deliver tangible results — good-paying jobs, affordable housing, clean air and water, safe neighborhoods, and quality education for every child. It’s about building an economy that lifts everyone, not just the wealthy few.
Another core duty is protecting the rights and dignity of every person. That means safeguarding civil liberties, defending reproductive rights, ensuring equal opportunity regardless of race, faith, or background, and standing up against discrimination and injustice wherever it appears.
Fiscal responsibility and accountability are also essential. Taxpayer dollars should be invested wisely — improving infrastructure, healthcare, and education here at home, not wasted on endless wars or unchecked spending that serves special interests. In Congress, I will fight to end corporate welfare and foreign aid that props up oppression abroad, and redirect those resources to strengthen our communities.
Finally, an elected official must uphold integrity and transparency. The people deserve to know how their representative votes, where campaign funding comes from, and why decisions are made. True representation means being accessible, honest, and accountable — holding regular town halls, providing clear updates, and keeping an open door to the people of this district.
At its core, this office is about service, advocacy, and stewardship. My commitment is to fight for policies that put people first, deliver results that improve daily lives, and give them a voice.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
I want my children, and every child in Texas’s 33rd District, to grow up in a community where opportunity is real — where good schools, safe neighborhoods, affordable healthcare, and good jobs are not dreams but guarantees. If my time in office helps create a foundation where families can build better futures without fear or struggle, that will be my greatest success.
I also hope to be remembered for restoring trust in public service. For too long, people have felt like their voices don’t matter, that government belongs to corporations, special interests, and foreign lobbies instead of the people. I want to change that — to show that honest, transparent leadership can deliver results that make life better for everyone, not just the well-connected.
Beyond policy, my legacy will be about building bridges — breaking down barriers of division, ignorance, and fear, and fostering a culture of understanding and mutual respect. Whether it’s fighting for workers, advocating for justice abroad, or standing alongside marginalized communities here at home, I want my work to reflect a belief that every person deserves dignity and respect.
At the end of the day, I want my legacy to be simple: that I used every platform I had to lift others up, to fight for what’s right, and to leave the district, and the country, better than I found it. Not because it was easy, but because it was the right thing to do. That’s the kind of representative — and the kind of man — I strive to be every single day.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
It was one of the most painful experiences of my life — but it also became a turning point. I realized I had two choices: shrink back in silence or lean in with courage and empathy. I chose the latter. I started educating people about my faith, answering hard questions, and sharing my story. I helped organize interfaith activities and open dialogues, creating spaces where people could ask, learn, and better understand each other.
Through those efforts, I built real relationships rooted in mutual respect and understanding. Over time, the same campus where I once felt isolated became a place where bridges were built and stereotypes were broken.
That period shaped the person I am today. It taught me the power of education, empathy, and dialogue in healing divisions and reminded me that fear and ignorance can only be overcome by human connection. Those lessons guide me even now, in my work as a community leader and candidate.
9/11 taught me that moments of tragedy and division can also become opportunities to grow stronger together. It’s why I believe so deeply in building communities — and a government — that values understanding, respect, and inclusion over fear and division.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
That job gave me my first look at what it really means to be part of the working class — the people who keep everything moving but are often the least recognized or appreciated. I saw firsthand how hard the kitchen staff, servers, and other busboys worked to make ends meet. Many of them were juggling multiple jobs, some supporting families, yet they showed up every day and gave it their all.
Those experiences taught me respect for every kind of work and every worker. It also opened my eyes to the need for policies that ensure every job is a good job — with fair wages, safe conditions, and dignity for the people doing the work.
That first paycheck felt incredible — not because it was much, but because it represented independence, discipline, and opportunity. But it also reminded me how unfair it is that so many people working just as hard never get ahead.
That early experience is one of the reasons I fight today for living wages, stronger worker protections, affordable healthcare, and opportunities for everyone. No one should work full-time — or even multiple jobs — and still live in poverty.
Being a busboy at 14 taught me the value of hard work, but it also taught me the responsibility leaders have to take care of the people who make our communities run. That lesson has guided me in every role since — and it’s a perspective I’ll carry with me to Congress.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
The book taught me that growth is a process and that strength comes from being willing to evolve. Malcolm’s willingness to challenge his own beliefs, to seek truth even when it was uncomfortable, and to stand up unapologetically for justice resonated deeply with me. It showed me that real leadership isn’t about perfection; it’s about honesty, courage, and a commitment to the people you serve.
Reading that book also helped me find pride and strength in my own identity. As a Muslim in America — particularly in the years after 9/11, when there was so much fear and misunderstanding — Malcolm’s story reminded me that faith, integrity, and service could be powerful tools for building bridges and inspiring change.
What I love most about the book is its message of transformation and hope. It’s a reminder that no matter where you start, you can grow, lead, and leave a legacy that uplifts others. It’s a book I revisit often, and each time, I find new lessons in its pages — about discipline, humility, and the courage to speak truth to power.
Malcolm X’s life taught me that you can be fierce in your convictions while also being open to growth; that you can fight for your community while building bridges with others; and that the most powerful leaders are those who serve with humility and vision.
That message continues to shape how I lead, how I parent, and how I approach public service: with a sense of purpose, empathy, and an unshakable belief that change — real, meaningful change — is always possible.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Jefferson Smith walked into Washington naive but full of hope, believing that government could and should work for the people. What inspires me most is that even when he was mocked, isolated, and pressured by powerful interests, he never stopped fighting for what was right. That quiet courage and stubborn integrity are exactly what we need in leadership today.
What I admire most is his refusal to compromise his values for political gain. He understood that public service is about honor, accountability, and trust — and that those qualities matter more than titles, popularity, or power. That lesson has stuck with me: leadership means being willing to take the hits if it means protecting the people you serve.
In many ways, Jefferson Smith represents the kind of representative I want to be. Someone who listens, who fights for everyday families rather than special interests, and who believes that a single voice, backed by conviction, can still make a difference — even in a system designed to silence it.
What also strikes me about his story is his faith in people. Despite the corruption around him, he never gave up on the belief that ordinary Americans — when informed and united — could demand better from their leaders. That faith is something I carry into this campaign and into my vision for public service: that real, lasting change starts with integrity, courage, and an unshakable commitment to the people you represent.
If I could embody even part of Jefferson Smith’s grit and idealism, I’d consider that a life well lived — one that never stopped fighting to make government truly work for everyone.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
When the attacks happened, I was in my first year at New College of Florida. Overnight, the world around me changed. I went from being just another college student to being viewed by some as “the other.” Some friends pulled away, and others openly called me a terrorist. It was painful and isolating — but it also forced me to find strength in my identity and purpose.
Rather than shutting down, I chose to lean in. I started educating people about my faith, creating spaces for dialogue, and building bridges through interfaith events and conversations. Over time, those efforts turned moments of hostility into opportunities for understanding.
That struggle taught me resilience and the power of empathy. It showed me that the way to fight ignorance and fear is through connection, conversation, and courage. Those lessons have guided my leadership ever since — whether advocating for workers’ rights, mentoring youth, or standing up against policies that marginalize entire communities.
Another personal struggle has been balancing the demands of leadership, family, and personal well-being. Like so many working parents in our district, I’ve learned how difficult it can be to meet every responsibility while trying to build a better future. That experience keeps me grounded and reminds me why policies that support working families — like affordable childcare, paid family leave, and living wages — matter so much.
These struggles have shaped me into someone who leads with humility and purpose. They’ve taught me that adversity isn’t just something to survive — it’s something that can transform you into a stronger advocate for others. And that’s the perspective I’ll bring to Congress: one of resilience, empathy, and an unshakable belief in the power of community.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
The House also reflects the diversity and dynamism of our country. With 435 districts across the nation, the House represents communities of every size, background, and need — from rural towns to major cities like Dallas and Fort Worth. That diversity makes the House a critical space for bringing together different perspectives to craft policies that touch every corner of American life.
Another unique quality is its power over the purse. The House originates all spending bills, giving it the ability — and responsibility — to ensure taxpayer dollars are invested wisely. That means funding public schools, infrastructure, and healthcare here at home rather than wasting resources on endless wars or giveaways to special interests.
The House also has a historic role in checking power and demanding accountability — from investigating corruption to protecting the rights and liberties of the people. When it works as intended, it can be the most responsive and representative arm of our democracy.
But that potential is only realized when representatives remember who they work for: the people, not corporations or foreign lobbies. By rejecting corporate PAC money and listening directly to constituents, we can make the House live up to its promise as the people’s voice in Washington.
The House is unique because it was designed to be a mirror of America — a place where everyday people have a direct voice in shaping the policies that affect their lives. Restoring that vision is how we rebuild trust and create a government that truly works for everyone.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Too often, career politicians lose sight of the people they represent and become beholden to corporate PACs, foreign lobbies like AIPAC, and the demands of political insiders. That’s why I’m proud to bring a different perspective: a background in law, business, and community leadership — not a career in politics. My work expanding telehealth, advocating for workers’ rights, and mentoring youth has prepared me to solve problems that actually matter to families in Texas’s 33rd District.
That said, there’s value in understanding how the system works — not to become part of the establishment, but to navigate it effectively on behalf of the people. My experience advising Congress on labor policy and working with global organizations has given me insight into how policy is made and how to make it work for everyday people.
What we need are representatives who combine fresh energy with the courage to challenge the status quo, and who bring skills from outside politics — whether that’s small business owners, educators, healthcare workers, or community organizers. Government should reflect the people it serves, and that means opening the door to leaders who know firsthand the struggles of working families.
Experience can be helpful, but it’s no substitute for integrity, vision, and a willingness to fight for the people over the powerful. That’s the kind of leadership I bring — grounded in service, guided by principle, and focused on delivering real results for our community.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
First, economic inequality continues to erode the American Dream. Wages have stagnated while the cost of living soars, and too many families in districts like ours are one emergency away from financial ruin. We need policies that raise wages, lower costs, support small businesses, and create clean energy and tech jobs that keep opportunity here at home.
Second, healthcare and education remain out of reach for too many. We must make healthcare a human right, lower prescription costs, invest in mental health services, and fully fund public schools so every child, regardless of ZIP code, can succeed.
Third, climate change and environmental justice are no longer distant threats — they are realities impacting our communities right now. From dangerous heat waves to polluted air and water, the cost of inaction is being paid by working families. Transitioning to clean energy, holding polluters accountable, and investing in resilient infrastructure must be priorities.
We also face a crisis in democracy and trust. Corporate PACs, foreign lobbies like AIPAC, and unchecked dark money have drowned out the voices of ordinary Americans. Ending that influence, protecting voting rights, and restoring transparency are critical to repairing our democracy.
Globally, we must confront a foreign policy establishment addicted to endless wars and interventions that cost lives and drain resources. America must lead with diplomacy, accountability, and a commitment to human rights — ending support for oppression and genocide abroad, recognizing Palestine, and investing in peace rather than conflict.
If we meet these challenges with courage and integrity, the next decade can be one of renewal — where we build an economy that works for all, protect our planet, and restore a government that truly serves the people.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
However, the reality today is that many members of Congress spend far too much of those two years fundraising for the next election instead of doing the people’s work. This dynamic often benefits corporate PACs, foreign lobbies like AIPAC, and wealthy donors who can write the biggest checks, while leaving ordinary voters feeling ignored.
The problem isn’t the term length — it’s the system. By ending corporate PAC money, banning dark money, and strengthening public financing of campaigns, we can free representatives to focus on governing instead of dialing for dollars. With those reforms, the two-year term would function exactly as intended: as a constant reminder that this seat belongs to the people, not to political insiders or special interests.
I also believe that term limits should work alongside the two-year cycle, ensuring that new voices and ideas are always entering the conversation while preventing Congress from becoming a club of career politicians disconnected from their communities.
In short, the two-year term is valuable because it keeps representatives accountable and close to the people. The solution to what’s broken isn’t to extend terms and reduce accountability — it’s to fix the system so that every representative can spend those two years doing what they were elected to do: fighting for the people they represent.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Term limits would help restore accountability, bring fresh perspectives to Washington, and ensure that public service remains focused on solving problems — not protecting careers. We see it in Texas’s 33rd District: entrenched incumbents, supported by corporate PACs and foreign lobbies like AIPAC, have failed to deliver meaningful change for our communities. Families here deserve leaders who understand their struggles and are motivated by service, not by holding onto power.
However, term limits alone aren’t enough. We also need campaign finance reform, so that ordinary citizens — not just the well-connected or wealthy — can run for office and represent their communities. We need to ban corporate PAC money, shine a light on dark money, and build a system where campaigns are powered by people, not special interests.
I believe in leading by example. My focus is not on building a career in politics but on delivering results for my district and helping to create a more responsive, representative government. Once that mission is fulfilled, it should be passed to the next generation of leaders, ensuring Congress always reflects the diversity, energy, and ideas of the people it serves.
At its core, supporting term limits is about restoring trust in government and returning power to the people. Washington should never feel like an exclusive club. It should belong to all of us — and term limits are a critical step toward making that vision a reality.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
I admire leaders like Barbara Jordan, who brought moral clarity and a sense of service to Congress, and Paul Wellstone, who never forgot that politics is about improving people’s lives, not serving the wealthy and well-connected. I respect Ron Dellums and others who fought against war and injustice, even when it was unpopular. And in today’s Congress, I look to representatives like Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar, who show the courage to speak truth to power, stand up for human rights, and refuse to bow to special interests or foreign lobbies, no matter the personal cost.
But my goal isn’t to be the next anyone — it’s to be a representative who listens, learns, and acts for this community. I want to bring the same fearlessness, empathy, and relentless commitment to justice that those leaders showed, while staying grounded in the daily realities of families here at home.
Our district deserves someone who will challenge the status quo, fight for affordable healthcare, housing, and jobs, stand up to corporate greed and foreign influence, and ensure that every voice — from Oak Cliff to Fort Worth to Irving — is heard in Washington. That’s the model I aim to follow: a servant-leader who answers only to the people.
True leadership isn’t about personality or prestige; it’s about service, courage, and a deep belief that government should work for everyone — and that’s the kind of representative I will be.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
That conversation hit me hard because her story isn’t unique — it’s the reality for far too many families in Texas’s 33rd District. Rising housing costs, low wages, and inaccessible healthcare have created impossible choices that no parent should ever have to make. Her courage in sharing her struggle reminded me exactly why I’m running: to build a government that finally puts people first.
I’ve also heard from small business owners who want to grow but can’t get access to capital, from veterans who feel forgotten, and from young people who feel priced out of opportunity in their own communities. Each story is a reminder that behind every policy debate are real people whose lives are shaped by the decisions made in Washington.
These stories fuel my commitment to fight for affordable housing, living wages, universal healthcare, and investments in education and infrastructure that make opportunity real for everyone. They remind me that my job isn’t to speak for the powerful — it’s to make sure the voices of the people who built this community are finally heard and respected.
What stays with me most is the resilience and strength of the people in this district. They aren’t asking for handouts — they’re asking for fairness, dignity, and leaders who will stand up for them. That’s the kind of representative I will be: one who carries their stories into every room, every debate, and every vote in Washington.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
Too often, “compromise” in Washington has meant watering down solutions to appease corporate lobbyists or foreign interests, leaving working families behind. That’s not the kind of deal-making our communities deserve. I will never compromise on human rights, affordable healthcare, clean air and water, or the dignity of our people. Those aren’t negotiable — they’re fundamental.
At the same time, I believe in finding areas where bipartisan cooperation can deliver real benefits. Whether it’s investing in infrastructure, expanding broadband access, supporting small businesses, or protecting veterans, there are opportunities to work across the aisle without sacrificing our principles.
Compromise should always be rooted in integrity and transparency — not backroom deals, but open, honest negotiations focused on delivering results for the people. When compromise creates progress, lifts up communities, and makes government work better for ordinary Americans, it’s not just desirable — it’s necessary.
But I also know there are moments that call for uncompromising leadership. I will never trade away our commitment to ending endless wars, challenging AIPAC’s stranglehold on our politics, or ensuring that every family has access to quality healthcare and education. Those are lines I won’t cross, because my loyalty is to the people of Texas’s 33rd District — not to political insiders or corporate donors.
In short, compromise can be a tool for progress, but only when it serves the people, not the powerful.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
First and foremost, I would fight to make sure revenue is invested right here in our communities: improving schools, lowering the cost of healthcare, expanding affordable housing, and rebuilding infrastructure so families in Texas’s 33rd District see real benefits from the taxes they pay. Every budget and revenue bill is a reflection of our values, and I believe those values should prioritize working families, not billionaires and corporations.
I would push to close tax loopholes and eliminate corporate welfare that allows the wealthiest individuals and companies to pay less than teachers, firefighters, and small business owners. Those savings should fund programs that create jobs, strengthen Social Security and Medicare, and expand broadband and public transit across our district.
This power is also critical to reshaping our foreign policy priorities. I will oppose revenue bills that funnel billions of dollars into endless wars or support regimes committing human rights abuses, including the genocide in Palestine. Instead, I’ll fight to redirect those resources to build opportunity, safety, and dignity here at home while advancing diplomacy and peace abroad.
Finally, I will demand transparency and accountability in every revenue bill. Taxpayers have a right to know where their money is going and how it’s being spent. I’ll work to ensure every dollar is used responsibly, with a clear focus on improving lives in the communities that need it most.
In short, the House’s revenue power isn’t just a procedural duty — it’s a tool for justice, equity, and investment in our people. My commitment is to use that power to make Washington work for families in Texas’s 33rd District, not the wealthy and well-connected.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
First, the House should investigate corruption, waste, and abuse of power, whether it comes from corporations, foreign lobbies like AIPAC, or government agencies misusing taxpayer dollars. Our communities deserve to know why billions are sent abroad or wasted on corporate welfare while families in Texas’s 33rd District struggle with healthcare, housing, and stagnant wages.
Second, Congress must use its oversight power to police agencies like ICE and law enforcement, ensuring they are not violating civil rights, abusing power, or targeting communities of color, immigrants, and activists. Federal agencies must be transparent and accountable, with clear checks to prevent discrimination, harassment, and unconstitutional surveillance.
The House should also investigate systemic injustices — from voter suppression and discriminatory policing to environmental abuses that poison our air and water — and push for real reforms that protect people, not the powerful.
Finally, these investigations must always be transparent, factual, and focused on solutions, not political theater. True accountability restores trust and ensures that government serves the people it represents.
In Congress, I will use investigative powers to expose corruption, check abuses of power by agencies like ICE, dismantle foreign and corporate influence, and fight for civil and human rights. Oversight isn’t just a responsibility — it’s how we make government work for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-connected.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
She told me how heartbreaking it is to pour her heart into her classroom and still worry about how to pay the rent or afford basic healthcare. She said, “I just want to teach. I just want to give my students everything they deserve. But sometimes, I feel like I’m giving everything and still drowning.”
That conversation broke me — not just because of her struggle, but because her story is far too common. Teachers are the backbone of our communities, shaping the future of our children, yet so many are forced to juggle multiple jobs just to survive. It’s unfair, it’s unsustainable, and it’s a sign of a system that doesn’t value the people we trust to educate our kids.
Her story strengthened my resolve to fight for fair pay for teachers, fully funded public schools, affordable healthcare, and housing policies that let working families breathe. No teacher — no worker — should ever have to sacrifice their health, their time, or their dignity just to make ends meet.
I think of her often when I talk about why this campaign matters. Because this isn’t just about policy or politics — it’s about people like her, and about building a government that puts workers first, not last. She represents the very best of our community — hardworking, committed, and selfless — and she deserves a representative in Washington who fights as hard for her as she fights for her students.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
For over six seasons, I’ve coached basketball and soccer at the YMCA, helping kids not only learn the fundamentals of the game but also lessons about teamwork, discipline, and confidence. Watching those kids grow — on and off the court — has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
It’s never just been about the games. It’s about mentorship, belonging, and building community. I’ve seen shy kids become leaders, kids struggling in school find purpose and structure, and friendships form across cultural and neighborhood lines. Parents who once didn’t know each other have built strong support systems, coming together to cheer for their children and strengthen the bonds in our community.
For me, this work is deeply personal. Growing up, sports gave me a sense of belonging and taught me resilience and discipline — lessons that have shaped me into the person I am today. I wanted to make sure that kids in my neighborhood had access to those same opportunities, no matter their background or resources.
What makes me proudest isn’t the trophies or wins — it’s hearing from a parent that their child has found confidence, improved in school, or finally feels like they belong. Those are victories that truly matter.
This experience has taught me that real change starts locally. You don’t need a title to make a difference — you just need to show up, care, and stay committed. That’s the same approach I’ll take to Congress: being present, listening, and fighting for opportunities that help every child and every family in Texas’s 33rd District thrive.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
First, the government should set strong ethical and safety standards for AI development. That means protecting privacy, preventing discrimination, and ensuring transparency in how AI systems are built and used. Communities — especially vulnerable ones — should never be subjected to unchecked surveillance or biased algorithms that reinforce systemic inequalities.
Second, public investment in AI research should focus on innovation that serves the public good — improving healthcare access, modernizing infrastructure, supporting small businesses, and expanding educational opportunities. AI shouldn’t just create profits for a few; it should generate opportunities and prosperity for all Americans, including families in communities like Texas’s 33rd District.
Third, the government must guard against the misuse of AI in areas like policing, immigration enforcement, and mass surveillance. Agencies like ICE and law enforcement should never use AI tools to profile, target, or harass communities. Oversight and accountability are critical to ensuring technology is never weaponized against our own people.
Finally, we need to ensure the U.S. remains a leader in AI innovation while setting global standards for ethical use. That includes working with international partners to prevent AI from being used for human rights abuses, disinformation, or military escalation.
AI has incredible potential to improve lives — but only if we put people first. In Congress, I will fight to ensure that AI advances opportunity, equity, and security, rather than deepening inequality or eroding freedoms. Technology should work for the people, and that starts with leadership that prioritizes ethical innovation, strong oversight, and the public interest.
Artificial intelligence is transforming every sector of our economy, from healthcare and education to national security and finance. The U.S. government has a responsibility to ensure that AI is developed and deployed responsibly, ethically, and in a way that benefits everyone — not just big corporations or special interests.
First, the government should set strong ethical and safety standards for AI development. That means protecting privacy, preventing discrimination, and ensuring transparency in how AI systems are built and used. Communities — especially vulnerable ones — should never be subjected to unchecked surveillance or biased algorithms that reinforce systemic inequalities.
Second, public investment in AI research should focus on innovation that serves the public good — improving healthcare access, modernizing infrastructure, supporting small businesses, and expanding educational opportunities. AI shouldn’t just create profits for a few; it should generate opportunities and prosperity for all Americans, including families in communities like Texas’s 33rd District.
Third, the government must guard against the misuse of AI in areas like policing, immigration enforcement, and mass surveillance. Agencies like ICE and law enforcement should never use AI tools to profile, target, or harass communities. Oversight and accountability are critical to ensuring technology is never weaponized against our own people.
Zeeshan Hafeez (D)
First, I would restore and expand the Voting Rights Act, requiring federal oversight in jurisdictions with histories of discrimination, ensuring fair redistricting, and protecting against illegal voter purges. Every eligible voter should have the ability to register easily, vote early, vote by mail, and verify their ballot.
Second, I would push for modern reforms like automatic voter registration, same-day registration, and universal early voting so every eligible voter has a fair chance to participate.
I strongly support expanding ranked-choice voting (RCV) in federal elections. RCV empowers voters with more choices, reduces the impact of partisan primaries, and ensures that elected officials represent a true majority. It’s a commonsense way to make our elections fairer, more competitive, and less polarized.
I would also ensure every election is secure and transparent by requiring auditable paper ballots, risk-limiting audits, and stronger cybersecurity standards.
Finally, I would end the toxic influence of big money by banning corporate PAC and foreign lobby funding in federal campaigns. Our elections should belong to the people — not to billionaires, dark money groups, or foreign interests.
Election integrity and voter access are not competing priorities; they are partners in a healthy democracy. These reforms would make our elections more secure, more representative, and more responsive to the will of the people while ensuring that every voice in Texas’s 33rd District — and across America — truly counts.
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Endorsements
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Polls
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Race ratings
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- Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
- Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
- Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.[7]
- Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.
Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.[8][9][10]
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| Decision Desk HQ and The Hill | Pending | Pending | Pending | Pending | |||||
| Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | Solid Democratic | |||||
| Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | Safe Democratic | |||||
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Campaign finance
Candidate spending
| Name | Party | Receipts* | Disbursements** | Cash on hand | Date |
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| Julie Johnson | Democratic Party | $1,554,060 | $1,235,597 | $549,366 | As of February 11, 2026 |
| Colin Allred | Democratic Party | $5,412,502 | $4,554,473 | $858,030 | As of February 11, 2026 |
| Zeeshan Hafeez | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
| Carlos Quintanilla | Democratic Party | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
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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).
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Satellite spending
- See also: Satellite spending
Satellite spending describes political spending not controlled by candidates or their campaigns; that is, any political expenditures made by groups or individuals that are not directly affiliated with a candidate. This includes spending by political party committees, super PACs, trade associations, and 501(c)(4) nonprofit groups.[11][12][13]
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Note: As of January 6, 2026, Carlos Quintanilla (D) had not registered as a candidate with the Federal Election Commission.
District analysis
Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.
- District map - A map of the district before and after redistricting ahead of the 2026 election.
- Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
- Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
- State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.
Below is the district map used in the 2024 election next to the map in place for the 2026 election. Click on a map below to enlarge it.
2024
2026
This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Texas.
Post-filing deadline analysis
The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Texas in 2026. Information below was calculated on Dec. 8, 2025, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.
Two hundred fifty-two candidates — 98 Democrats and 154 Republicans — ran for Texas’ 38 U.S. House districts. That’s 6.6 candidates per district. There were 4.2 candidates per district in 2024, 5.8 in 2022, 6.4 in 2020, 5.9 in 2018, 3.5 in 2016, and 2.8 in 2014.
These were the first elections to take place since the Texas Legislature passed a new congressional map. The Texas House of Representatives passed it on Aug. 20, 2025, and the Texas Senate passed it on Aug. 23, 2025. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed the new congressional map into law on Aug. 29, 2025.
This was the highest total number of candidates who ran for the U.S. House since 2014.
Ten districts were open in 2026. There were three districts open in 2024, six in 2022, six in 2020, eight in 2018, two in 2016, and one in 2014.
Reps. Morgan Luttrell (R-8th), Michael McCaul (R-10th), Jodey Arrington (R-19th), Troy Nehls (R-22nd), Marc Veasey (D-33rd), and Lloyd Doggett (D-37th) retired from public office. Reps. Jasmine Crockett (D-30th) and Wesley Hunt (R-38th) ran for the U.S. Senate. Rep. Chip Roy (R-21st) ran for attorney general of Texas.
Two incumbents — Reps. Christian Menefee (D) and Al Green (D) — ran against each other in the redrawn 18th district. Menefee was the incumbent in the 18th district, and Green was the incumbent in the 9th district.
Fifty-nine primaries — 32 Democratic and 28 Republican — were contested in 2026. In total, there were 39 contested primaries in 2024, 44 in 2022, 50 in 2020, 46 in 2018, 33 in 2016, and 19 in 2014.
Fifteen candidates ran for the open 9th district, 21st district, and 35th district, tying for the most candidates running for a district in 2026.
Nineteen incumbents — eight Democrats and 11 Republicans — faced primary challengers in 2026. There were 19 incumbents in a contested primary in 2024, 19 in 2022, 18 in 2020, 15 in 2018, 19 in 2016, and 12 in 2014.
Candidates filed to run in the Republican and Democratic primaries in all 38 districts, meaning no districts were guaranteed to either party.Partisan Voter Index
Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is D+19. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 19 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Texas' 33rd the 60th most Democratic district nationally.[14]
2020 presidential election results
The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.
| Kamala Harris | Donald Trump  |
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| 71.0% | 26.7% |
Presidential voting history
- See also: Presidential election in Texas, 2024
Texas presidential election results (1900-2024)
- 16 Democratic wins
- 15 Republican wins
| Year | 1900 | 1904 | 1908 | 1912 | 1916 | 1920 | 1924 | 1928 | 1932 | 1936 | 1940 | 1944 | 1948 | 1952 | 1956 | 1960 | 1964 | 1968 | 1972 | 1976 | 1980 | 1984 | 1988 | 1992 | 1996 | 2000 | 2004 | 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2024 |
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| Winning Party | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | R | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | D | D | D | R | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
- See also: Party control of Texas state government
Congressional delegation
The table below displays the partisan composition of Texas' congressional delegation as of February 2026.
| Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Texas | |||
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| Party | U.S. Senate | U.S. House | Total |
| Democratic | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| Republican | 2 | 25 | 27 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vacancies | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 38 | 40 |
State executive
The table below displays the officeholders in Texas' top four state executive offices as of October 2025.
| Office | Officeholder |
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| Governor | Greg Abbott |
| Lieutenant Governor | Dan Patrick |
| Secretary of State | Jane Nelson |
| Attorney General | Ken Paxton |
State legislature
Texas State Senate
| Party | As of October 2025 | |
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| Democratic Party | 11 | |
| Republican Party | 18 | |
| Other | 0 | |
| Vacancies | 2 | |
| Total | 31 | |
Texas House of Representatives
| Party | As of October 2025 | |
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| Democratic Party | 62 | |
| Republican Party | 88 | |
| Other | 0 | |
| Vacancies | 0 | |
| Total | 150 | |
Trifecta control
Texas Party Control: 1992-2025
Three years of Democratic trifectas • Twenty-three years of Republican trifectas
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| Year | 92 | 93 | 94 | 95 | 96 | 97 | 98 | 99 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | 06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
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| Governor | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
| Senate | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
| House | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
District election history
2024
See also: Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2024
Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Democratic primary)
Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Patrick Gillespie in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 33 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Marc Veasey (D) | 68.8 | 114,289 |
 | Patrick Gillespie (R) | 31.2 | 51,864 | |
| Total votes: 166,153 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Payton Jackson (Independent)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Carlos Quintanilla in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marc Veasey | 68.3 | 15,313 |
| Carlos Quintanilla | 31.7 | 7,102 | |
| Total votes: 22,415 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Luis Fuentes (D)
- Viktor Avalos (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Patrick Gillespie defeated Kurt L. Schwab in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Patrick Gillespie | 61.6 | 6,144 |
 | Kurt L. Schwab | 38.4 | 3,833 | |
| Total votes: 9,977 | |||
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2022
General election
General election for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Patrick Gillespie and Ken Ashby in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 33 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marc Veasey (D) | 72.0 | 82,081 |
| Patrick Gillespie (R) | 25.6 | 29,203 | |
| Ken Ashby (L) | 2.4 | 2,746 | ||
| Total votes: 114,030 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Carlos Quintanilla in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 1, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marc Veasey | 69.5 | 16,806 |
| Carlos Quintanilla | 30.5 | 7,373 | |
| Total votes: 24,179 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Patrick Gillespie defeated Robert MacGlaflin in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 1, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Patrick Gillespie | 63.5 | 5,709 |
 | Robert MacGlaflin | 36.5 | 3,284 | |
| Total votes: 8,993 | |||
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Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 33
Ken Ashby advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 19, 2022.
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| ✔ | Ken Ashby (L) | |
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2020
General election
General election for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Fabian Cordova Vasquez, Carlos Quintanilla, Jason Reeves, and Renedria Welton in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 33 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marc Veasey (D) | 66.8 | 105,317 |
 | Fabian Cordova Vasquez (R) | 25.2 | 39,638 | |
| Carlos Quintanilla (Independent) | 5.1 | 8,071 | |
 | Jason Reeves (L) | 1.6 | 2,586 | |
 | Renedria Welton (Independent) | 1.3 | 1,994 | |
| Total votes: 157,606 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Sean Paul Segura in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Marc Veasey | 63.6 | 23,869 |
 | Sean Paul Segura | 36.4 | 13,678 | |
| Total votes: 37,547 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Avalos Valencia (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33
Fabian Cordova Vasquez advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Fabian Cordova Vasquez | 100.0 | 7,317 |
| Total votes: 7,317 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Rich Helms (R)
Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 33
Jason Reeves advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 21, 2020.
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Earliest results
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2018 General electionGeneral election for U.S. House Texas District 33Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Willie Billups and Jason Reeves in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 33 on November 6, 2018.
Democratic primary electionDemocratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33Incumbent Marc Veasey defeated Carlos Quintanilla in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 6, 2018.
Republican primary electionRepublican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33Willie Billups advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 33 on March 6, 2018.
2016 Heading into the election, Ballotpedia rated this race as safely Democratic. Incumbent Marc Veasey (D) defeated M. Mark Mitchell (R) and Roy Carl Stanley (G) in the general election on November 8, 2016. Veasey defeated Carlos Quintanilla in the Democratic primary on March 1, 2016, while Mitchell defeated Bruce Chadwick to win the Republican nomination.[15][16]
2014 The 33rd Congressional District of Texas held an election for the U.S. House of Representatives on November 4, 2014. Incumbent Marc Veasey (D) defeated Jason Reeves (L) in the general election.
2012 The 33rd Congressional District of Texas held an election for the U.S. House of Representatives on November 6, 2012, in which Marc Veasey (D) won election. He defeated Chuck Bradley (R) and Ed Lindsay (L) in the general election. This was the first election for this newly created district.[17]
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Ballot access requirements
The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Texas in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Texas, click here.
| Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Office | Party | Signatures required | Filing fee | Filing deadline | Source |
| Texas | U.S. House | Democratic or Republican | 2% of votes cast for governor in the district in the last election, or 500, whichever is less | $3,125 | 12/8/2025 | Source |
| Texas | U.S. House | Unaffiliated | 5% of all votes cast for governor in the district in the last election, or 500, whichever is less | N/A | 12/8/2025 | Source |
2026 battleground elections
- See also: Battlegrounds
This is a battleground election. Other 2026 battleground elections include:
- Florida gubernatorial election, 2026 (August 18 Republican primary)
- Michigan gubernatorial election, 2026 (August 4 Democratic primary)
- United States Senate election in Texas, 2026
See also
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026 (March 3 Republican primary)
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026 (May 26 Democratic primary runoff)
- Texas' 33rd Congressional District election, 2026
- United States House elections in Texas, 2026 (March 3 Democratic primaries)
- United States House elections in Texas, 2026 (March 3 Republican primaries)
- United States House Democratic Party primaries, 2026
- United States House Republican Party primaries, 2026
- United States House of Representatives elections, 2026
- U.S. House battlegrounds, 2026
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 The Texas Tribune, "In North Texas, game of musical chairs culminates in primary between Democrats Colin Allred and Julie Johnson," December 15, 2025
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 NBC Dallas-Fort Worth, "Allred, Johnson swipe at each other as race for new Dallas seat gets underway," December 23, 2025
- ↑ Julie Johnson campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026
- ↑ X.com, "Julie Johnson on December 8, 2025," accessed January 8, 2026
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Colin Allred campaign website, "Home page," accessed January 8, 2026
- ↑ Inside Elections with Nathan Gonzales, "A Detailed Analysis of Texas’ New Congressional Map," August 27, 2025
- ↑ Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018
- ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Outside Spending," accessed December 12, 2021
- ↑ OpenSecrets.org, "Total Outside Spending by Election Cycle, All Groups," accessed December 12, 2021
- ↑ National Review.com, "Why the Media Hate Super PACs," December 12, 2021
- ↑ Cook Political Report, "2025 Cook PVI℠: District Map and List (119th Congress)," accessed July 1, 2025
- ↑ Texas Secretary of State, "2016 March Primary Election Candidate Filings by County," accessed December 15, 2015
- ↑ The New York Times, "Texas Primary Results," March 1, 2016
- ↑ Politico, "2012 Election Map, Texas," November 6, 2012
