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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.

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1 source·May 22, 3:12 PM(7 days ago)·1m read
DCCC Launches Ad Campaign Against Democratic Candidate in Texas RunoffAxios
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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.

Key Facts

$35,000 ad buy
DCCC spending against Galindo in Texas runoff
May 26 runoff
Election date for Texas' 35th congressional district
March primary
Galindo finished first among Democratic candidates

Story Timeline

3 events
  1. March

    Maureen Galindo finished first in the Democratic primary for Texas' 35th district.

    1 sourceAxios
  2. Recent

    Galindo stated she wants to convert an ICE facility into a prison for American Zionists.

    1 sourceAxios
  3. May 22, 2026

    DCCC announced a $35,000 ad buy against Galindo ahead of the May 26 runoff.

    1 sourceAxios

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    The ad campaign will reach voters in Texas' 35th district before the runoff election.

  2. 02

    Galindo's campaign may face reduced support from Democratic voters.

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PublishedMay 22, 2026, 3:12 PM
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