"Colin Allred to Challenge Sen. Ted Cruz in Texas General Election Amid Immigration Debate"

Rep. Colin Allred won the Democratic primary to challenge Sen. Ted Cruz in the November election, setting the stage for a closely-watched race in Texas. Despite the state leaning red, Allred's fundraising efforts and previous Democratic successes in the state have provided some hope for the party. Sen. Cruz, a conservative firebrand, has already raised over $46 million for the 2024 election, and his history as a prominent figure in Texas politics adds to the significance of this upcoming contest.