Dallas, Texas, December 8, 2025
Colin Allred, the former U.S. Representative, has decided to withdraw from the Texas Senate race to pursue a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives instead. This strategic shift aims to avoid a divisive primary that could weaken Democratic chances in the upcoming general election. Allred will be running for the newly redrawn 33rd Congressional District, which is expected to influence the Democratic primary landscape for the Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn, especially with Representative Jasmine Crockett poised to enter the race.
Colin Allred Withdraws from Texas Senate Race to Pursue House Seat
Dallas, Texas – Former U.S. Representative Colin Allred has ended his campaign for the U.S. Senate and announced his intention to run for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. This decision is expected to influence the Democratic primary for the Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn, with Representative Jasmine Crockett anticipated to enter the race.
Allred’s Shift to House Race
Allred, who previously represented Texas’s 32nd congressional district from 2019 to 2025, stated that he aims to avoid a divisive Senate primary that could weaken the Democratic Party’s chances in the general election. Instead, he plans to run for the newly redrawn 33rd Congressional District in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which includes parts of his former constituency. This district was reshaped following a Republican-led redistricting effort supported by former President Donald Trump.
Implications for Senate Race
Allred’s withdrawal from the Senate race may pave the way for Representative Jasmine Crockett to become the leading Democratic candidate for the Senate seat. Crockett has until the end of Monday to announce her plans, while state Representative James Talarico has already entered the race. The Republican field is also expected to be competitive, with incumbent Senator John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Representative Wesley Hunt considered potential contenders.
Background on Allred’s Political Career
Before his tenure in Congress, Allred was a professional football player and civil rights attorney. He was part of the Democrats’ 2018 House takeover but has struggled in statewide races, losing to Senator Ted Cruz in the 2024 Senate election by 8.5 percentage points. His decision to shift focus to the House race reflects strategic considerations within the Democratic Party as it seeks to regain a majority in Congress.
Redistricting and Its Impact
The new congressional map, approved by the Republican-led Texas legislature and signed by Governor Greg Abbott, could shift up to five House seats from Democrats to Republicans. This redistricting has been a point of contention, with Democratic officials and civil rights groups condemning the ruling as racially discriminatory and damaging to democracy. The Supreme Court’s conservative majority recently reinstated this map, reversing a lower court decision that had blocked it on grounds of racial discrimination.
FAQ
What prompted Colin Allred to withdraw from the Senate race?
Colin Allred withdrew from the Senate race to avoid a divisive Democratic primary that could weaken the party’s chances in the general election. He decided to run for the newly redrawn 33rd Congressional District in the Dallas-Fort Worth area instead.
Who are the potential Democratic candidates for the Senate seat currently held by Senator John Cornyn?
Representative Jasmine Crockett is anticipated to enter the Senate race, while state Representative James Talarico has already declared his candidacy. The Republican field may include Senator John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Representative Wesley Hunt.
How has redistricting affected Texas’s congressional districts?
The Republican-led redistricting effort has resulted in a new congressional map that could shift up to five House seats from Democrats to Republicans. This map has been criticized by Democratic officials and civil rights groups as racially discriminatory and damaging to democracy.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Colin Allred’s Withdrawal | Former U.S. Representative Colin Allred ends his Senate campaign to run for the 33rd Congressional District in Dallas-Fort Worth. |
| Impact on Senate Race | Allred’s decision may lead Representative Jasmine Crockett to become the leading Democratic candidate for Senator John Cornyn’s seat. |
| Redistricting Effects | The new congressional map could shift up to five House seats from Democrats to Republicans, with criticism over its fairness. |
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