In Texas' 15th Congressional District that runs from Seguin to McAllen, Republican Monica De La Cruz secured her seat for a second term with 58% of the vote on Tuesday, once again defeating Democratic challenger Michelle Vallejo, who secured 42%.
The Associated Press called the race on Tuesday night with 86% of the votes counted.
Delanie Boman, spokeswoman for the National Republican Congressional Committee congratulated De La Cruz in a statement.
“Congratulations to Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz on her re-election victory,” said Boman. “Texans know Congresswoman De La Cruz is a fierce advocate for keeping communities safe and bringing down the cost of living. We look forward to seeing her continue to fight for Texans in her next term.”
De La Cruz’s win reinforces the Republican Party's growing strength in South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley. In Hidalgo County, where Vallejo led 51 to 48, De La Cruz increased her share of votes to tighten that gap by eight points in comparison with 2022.
Outside of Hidalgo County, De La Cruz won by strong margins in rural and suburban areas, including Wilson County, where she led by 55 points, and Live Oak County, with a 72-point lead.
During her campaign, De La Cruz focused on local economic issues and border security. She advocated for reduced regulations on the agricultural industry and supported strengthening border policies.
In contrast, Vallejo campaigned on healthcare access and protections for Social Security and Medicare. She also called for a path to citizenship for immigrants who contribute to local communities.
