Sylvia Garcia is running against Jarvis Johnson (D), Robert Slater (D) in primary; Martha Fierro (R) in general.
Garcia faces her first competitive primary since 2018 due to redistricting that dramatically changed TX-29's demographics - Hispanic eligible voters dropped from 63% to 43%, while Black voters increased from 18% to 33%. As the first Hispanic impeachment manager in presidential history and one of the first two Latinas from Texas in Congress, her re-election would continue a historic tenure.
Endorsed by CHC BOLD PAC. Won 2024 general election 65%-35% against Alan Garza (R). Primary opponent Jarvis Johnson is a former state representative who represented parts of the new district. Race rated Solid/Safe Democratic by Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, and Sabato's Crystal Ball.
Key dates to watch: Primary on March 3, 2026 and General Election on November 3, 2026.