Rep. Christian Menefee (D-TX) defeated Rep. Al Green (D-TX) in the Democratic primary runoff held on May 26, 2026. The race was called by the Associated Press with Menefee receiving 68.9% of the vote compared to Green's 31.1%. The contest highlighted themes of age and generational change, as Green, who is 78 and has served in the House since 2005, faced criticism for his lengthy speeches and past actions, including a censure for interrupting President Donald Trump's address to Congress. Menefee, 38, was sworn into Congress earlier this year after winning a special election to replace the late Rep. Sylvester Turner. In the March primary, Menefee led with 46% of the vote to Green's 44.2%. Menefee received an endorsement from Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) prior to the runoff and is expected to be favored in the upcoming general election due to the district's Democratic majority.
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Christian Menefee wins Democratic primary runoff against Al Green
Christian Menefee won the Democratic primary runoff against Al Green with 68.9% of the vote. The election emphasized generational change, as Menefee, a newcomer, defeated the long-serving Green, who has faced criticism for his past actions in Congress. Menefee is expected to perform well in the general election given the district's Democratic lean.
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Christian Menefee beats longtime Democrat Al Green in runoff
Christian Menefee wins Democratic primary runoff against Al Green