"Colin Allred Secures Democratic Nomination to Challenge Ted Cruz in Texas Senate Race"

U.S. Rep. Colin Allred won the Democratic primary and will challenge Sen. Ted Cruz in November. Allred, who led in fundraising, aims to serve all Texans and become the first Black U.S. senator from Texas. The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee sees potential in Texas and Florida, while Cruz's backers emphasize his popularity among Texas Republicans. Allred, a former NFL linebacker and civil rights attorney, has focused on bipartisan accomplishments, while his opponent, Gutierrez, conceded and vowed to continue fighting for gun safety.