U.S. Rep. Colin Allred wins Democratic primary to face Sen. Ted Cruz in November

(The Texas Tribune) – U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas, will challenge Sen. Ted Cruz in November after defeating a crowded field of Democrats on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press. Allred easily prevailed over state Sen. Roland Gutierrez of San Antonio who was also vying for the nomination. “I want every Texan to know, whether you’re a Democrat, an independent or a Republican that I want you to be involved in this campaign and I want to serve you in the United States Senate,” Allred said at his election night party. Allred has been the favored candidate among national Democrats and led in fundraising across the field in both parties. While Gutierrez reported raising just over $1.3 million this cycle ahead of the primary, Allred reported raising over $21 million. Cruz handedly won his party’s primary Tuesday night against two uncompetitive candidates. A lot is on the line for Senate Democrats, who are worried their fragile majority is at risk this November. Democratic senators in conservative states are up for reelection, including Sens. John Tester of Montana and Sherrod Brown of Ohio. Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia is not seeking reelection, opening an easy pickup for Republicans in...