Roland Gutierrez Enters Texas Senate Race Against Ted Cruz

Democratic Texas state Sen. Roland Gutierrez, known for advocating police accountability and tougher gun laws after the Uvalde school shooting, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in 2024, becoming the second Texas Democrat to challenge Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. Gutierrez's entry sets up a competitive Democratic primary in a state dominated by Republicans for decades. The primary opponent, Rep. Colin Allred, has already raised over $6 million for his campaign. Both candidates are likely to highlight Cruz's controversial actions, including voting against certifying President Joe Biden's victory and leaving Texas during a deadly winter storm.