Trump-backed Carlos De La Cruz wins GOP runoff in race that could test Republican redraw of TX-35
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Carlos De La Cruz won the Republican runoff for Texas Congressional District 35 on Tuesday, adding to a growing list of Trump-endorsed Republican candidates who have won key primaries this year.
Supporters gathered at Retama Park in San Antonio as De La Cruz celebrated the win and thanked President Trump for endorsing him.
“His support meant the world to this campaign, and I look forward to working alongside him to deliver for Texas,” De La Cruz said.
The Air Force veteran and conservative activist defeated state Rep. John Lujan in a closely contested runoff after campaigning on border security, government spending and expanding Republican support in South Texas.
The district, heavily redrawn by Republican lawmakers in 2025, now stretches across parts of South and East San Antonio and several surrounding counties. Republicans hope the new map will help shift the longtime Democ…