Overview
- The North Texas Democrat withdrew one week after entering the county-judge race and will serve out his House term.
- He said remaining in Washington is necessary to confront Donald Trump, oppose MAGA extremism, and defend democratic norms.
- Republican-drawn 2025 maps split his Fort Worth base and moved the 33rd District into Dallas County, narrowing his options.
- His exit likely clears the Democratic lane for Commissioner Alisa Simmons to face Republican incumbent Tim O’Hare in 2026.
- The move caps a broader reshuffle as Rep. Jasmine Crockett runs for Senate, Rev. Frederick Haynes III seeks the open 30th District, and courts allow the new maps for the March 3, 2026 primary.