Republicans Strengthen Hold on Tarrant County in 2024 Elections
Despite previous Democratic gains, GOP candidates, including Trump and Cruz, secure key victories in Tarrant County.
- Donald Trump and Ted Cruz both won significant victories in Tarrant County, reversing previous Democratic successes.
- Sheriff Bill Waybourn, despite controversies over jail management, was re-elected with a larger margin than in 2020.
- Republican Matt Krause won a seat on the county commissioners court, further shifting local governance to the right.
- Democrats failed to gain ground in local races, with their candidates struggling to compete against well-funded GOP opponents.
- The election results signal a continuation of Tarrant County's trend towards a more conservative, culture-focused political agenda.