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DCCC Launches Ad Campaign Against Democratic Candidate in Texas Runoff
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee will spend $35,000 on advertisements criticizing Democratic candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas' 35th congressional district ahead of the May 26 runoff election.
May 22, 11:12 AM·1m read1 source
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is launching a $35,000 ad buy against Democratic congressional candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas, a spokesperson told Axios. The ads target Galindo's statements and alleged Republican support for her candidacy.
Background on the Race Galindo, a sex therapist, finished first in the Democratic primary for Texas' 35th district in March. She is now in a runoff against Johnny Garcia, a local sheriff's deputy who has received backing from the DCCC. House Democrats had urged the DCCC to intervene more directly in the contest.
A source said the advertising plans were already underway before those discussions occurred. " She did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The runoff election is scheduled for May 26.
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