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Texas Special Election: 16 Candidates Vie for Houston Seat

11/5/2025

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The special election in Texas's 18th Congressional District will take place on Tuesday to complete the term of the late Rep. Sylvester Turner (D), who passed away in March.
Sixteen candidates from Republicans, Democrats, and Independents are competing for the seat.
The district is solidly blue and encompasses much of Houston.
The outcome will determine who serves the remainder of the term and represents the Houston area.

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Story summary

The special election in Texas's 18th Congressional District will take place on Tuesday to complete the term of the late Rep. Sylvester Turner (D), who passed away in March.
Sixteen candidates from Republicans, Democrats, and Independents are competing for the seat.
The district is solidly blue and encompasses much of Houston.
The outcome will determine who serves the remainder of the term and represents the Houston area.