Democrats achieved significant victories in two Texas special elections, bolstering their hopes for the upcoming November elections. Christian Menefee’s win in a congressional runoff narrows House Republicans’ majority to 218-214, while Taylor Rehmet’s upset in a state Senate race marks a 40-year Democratic gain in Tarrant County. The outcomes have sparked concerns among Republicans about losing moderate support and Latino voters. Both parties will face challenges in maintaining momentum as redistricting complicates the political landscape.
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