New Texas Runoff Poll Reveals Who's Leading Ahead of Early Voting
A new UH Hobby School poll is offering a closer look at where two major Texas runoff races stand just days before early voting begins.
ground.newsHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
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Christian Menefee won a Texas House runoff in May 2026, defeating fellow Democrat Al Green in the newly drawn Houston-area district. This election outcome is part of a generational change within the Texas delegation. [Politico, May 26, 2026][3]
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Menefee had earlier been sworn in after a January 2026 special election to fill the remainder of the late Rep. Sylvester Turner’s term, marking his first months in Congress. He was highlighted as the youngest Black Harris County Attorney prior to his congressional move. [Politico, Feb 2026; LiveNOW/FOX, Feb 3, 2026][5][3]
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In his public record and press materials, Menefee has framed his agenda around working for “working people,” opposing broad immigration crackdowns, and pursuing LGBTQIA+ equality, among other issues. He joined the Congressional Equality Caucus and has introduced legislation on firearm safety storage, reflecting his stated priorities since taking office. [Congressional press materials, May 2026; House.gov pages, 2026][2][4]
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As of May 2026, he is serving as the representative for TX-18 in the U.S. House, with a focus on delivering for his district and participating in ongoing legislative discussions. His 100-day and subsequent press coverage emphasize continuity in his stated goals and actions since taking office. [House press releases, May 2026][4][3]
If you’d like, I can pull more specifics on:
- His key votes and committee assignments to date
- The status and content of his latest press releases
- Local implications for TX-18 and upcoming elections
Would you like a quick summarized timeline or a table of his major policy positions and actions? I can also provide direct citations to the exact passages you’d want.