Texas House Turns Blue Amid GOP Senate Hold
Democrats gain control of Texas House in midterms, while Republicans retain Senate and U.S. House seats.
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Democrats made significant gains in Texas during the 2026 midterm elections, securing control of the state House for the first time in nearly 25 years. The Associated Press reported that Democrats now hold 77 seats in the state House, surpassing the 75-seat threshold needed for a majority. This marks a major shift in Texas politics, as Republicans suffered significant losses, securing only 63 seats with 10 races still pending results.
Statewide Democratic Sweep
The midterms saw a sweeping Democratic victory across Texas, with Democrats capturing key statewide offices. Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa (D-Texas) will become the state’s third female executive in its more than 180-year history. Additionally, Democrats secured the U.S. Senate seat, a historic win that marks the first time a Democrat has held the office since 1993. The party also gained control of the lieutenant governor, attorney general, and railroad commissioner races.
Republican Stronghold Remains in Senate
Despite the Democratic gains in the House, Republicans retained control of the state Senate, holding 19 seats to Democrats’ 12. The U.S. House also remains in Republican hands, though the political landscape has shifted significantly. The Texas Tribune noted that Republicans previously held 86 seats in the state House and 18 in the Senate, with Democrats holding 62 and 12 seats, respectively. One Senate seat was vacant before the election.
Education Board and Other Gains
Democrats also made progress in the State Board of Education, with results still pending to determine the party’s majority. The election results signal a broader political transformation in Texas, as Democrats capitalize on a growing blue wave that has reshaped the state’s political landscape.
Historic Democratic Wins
The Democratic sweep in Texas highlights a significant realignment in the state’s political power. With Hinojosa set to take office in January, and the U.S. Senate seat flipped blue, the implications for state and national policy are expected to be substantial. The midterms reflect a shift in voter sentiment, with Democrats gaining ground in key races and reshaping the political landscape of the Lone Star State.
Source: OANN
