Rep. Al Green loses Democratic primary runoff in Texas
Rep. Al Green was defeated Tuesday night by Rep. Christian Menefee in an incumbent-versus-incumbent runoff for the Democratic nomination. Green had been censured by the House in March 2025 after interrupting President Trump during a joint address to Congress.
Washington ExaminerRep. Al Green lost a Democratic primary runoff election Tuesday night to Rep. Christian Menefee. The contest pitted two sitting members of Congress against each other after redistricting placed them in the same district.
Background on the candidates Rep.
Al Green (D-TX) was censured in March 2025 for heckling President Donald Trump during a joint address of Congress. Rep. Christian Menefee (D-TX) defeated Green in the runoff. The Washington Examiner reported that Green had developed a reputation as a fighter for Democrats following the censure vote.
Election outcome Tuesday's result ended Green's bid for another term.
No further details on vote margins or turnout were provided in the report.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
2 events- March 2025
Rep. Al Green was censured for interrupting President Trump during a joint address.
1 sourceWashington Examiner - Tuesday night
Rep. Al Green lost the Democratic primary runoff to Rep. Christian Menefee.
1 sourceWashington Examiner
Potential Impact
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Menefee will appear as the Democratic nominee on the November general-election ballot.
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