Lazaro Garza Jr.
Lazaro Garza Jr. (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 28th Congressional District. He lost in the Republican primary runoff on May 28, 2024.
Garza completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Lazaro Garza was born in Texas. Garza earned a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M Kingsville in 1976. His career experience includes working as a rancher.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Texas' 28th Congressional District election, 2024
Texas' 28th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Republican primary)
Texas' 28th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Texas District 28
Incumbent Henry Cuellar defeated Jay Furman in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 28 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Henry Cuellar (D) | 52.8 | 125,490 |
 | Jay Furman (R) | 47.2 | 112,117 | |
| Total votes: 237,607 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Bailey Cole (L)
Republican primary runoff election
Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 28
Jay Furman defeated Lazaro Garza Jr. in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 28 on May 28, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jay Furman | 65.3 | 8,297 |
 | Lazaro Garza Jr. | 34.7 | 4,410 | |
| Total votes: 12,707 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 28
Incumbent Henry Cuellar advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 28 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Henry Cuellar | 100.0 | 35,550 |
| Total votes: 35,550 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 28
Jay Furman and Lazaro Garza Jr. advanced to a runoff. They defeated Jose Sanz and Jimmy León in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 28 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jay Furman | 44.8 | 12,036 |
| ✔ | | Lazaro Garza Jr. | 27.1 | 7,283 |
 | Jose Sanz | 20.5 | 5,502 | |
 | Jimmy León | 7.5 | 2,021 | |
| Total votes: 26,842 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kyle Sinclair (R)
- Maria Perez (R)
Libertarian convention
Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 28
Bailey Cole advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 28 on March 23, 2024.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | Bailey Cole (L) | |
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Garza in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Lazaro Garza Jr. completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Garza's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Secure the borders
- Protect the rights of ranchers
- Economic re-investment into the District
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Campaign website
Garza’s campaign website stated the following:
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Border Security The alarming increase in crime and fatal fentanyl overdoses has become a matter of urgency that cannot be ignored. Experiencing the border issues firsthand, I will present the truth instead of spreading false information. I will present practical solutions to safeguard our communities against the ongoing invasion. Farming and Ranching Rights Farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our country, yet continue to face injustices every day. They suffer losses and continued damages due to weak federal regulations. I am committed to protecting the rights of farmers and ranchers throughout our nation by advocating for reasonable regulations and by supporting legislation that contributes to their success. Second Amendment Rights It's no secret that our Second Amendment Rights are under constant threat. We need only look to history to see the disastrous effects of disarming citizens and how injustice, chaos, and unrest inevitably follow. I strongly support the right to bear arms and will tirelessly uphold and defend our Second Amendment rights. Economic Growth Throughout history, the oil and gas industries have proven to be critical drivers of our nation's economy. Unfortunately, these sectors have faced constant criticism and challenges while inflation persists and communities suffer. In light of this, it's essential to reinvigorate business in our nation and bring back jobs. We must support the oil and gas industries while pursuing a sustainable future to ensure long-term economic prosperity. Support Law Enforcement Our brave and hard-working law enforcement officers work tirelessly to ensure our safety are facing daily obstacles that jeopardize their well-being and reputation. It is critical to support law and order to keep our communities safe while holding individuals accountable, regardless of their status, and to take action to restore law and order across our nation. The law enforcement authorities have a constitutional obligation to ensure that this nation's laws are enforced, and their duties must not be obstructed. Education Our education system is failing our students, and the neglect of taking decisive action has caused many educators to walk away from their careers. Politicized social distractions are hindering students from attaining skills that would allow them to reach their professional goals. Providing quality education for all is a top priority, which means advocating for higher education, increased vocational training, and ensuring that every child has an equal opportunity to learn and thrive.[2] |
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| —Lazaro Garza’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on December 26, 2023
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Lazaro Garza for US Congress District 28, “Issues,” accessed January 16, 2024
