Texas SD04 special election + TX-23 vacancy as turnout tests
Key Questions
What is the current situation in the Texas SD04 special election?
Democrats are running a strong ground game backed by DLCC, with a Tallarico poll showing their lead. Turnout will be a key test in this race.
Why is there a vacancy in Texas' 23rd Congressional District?
The vacancy follows Rep. Gonzales' resignation. The Trump+15 district features significant Latino voter dynamics influencing the special election.
How do other congressional resignations and GOP maneuvers add volatility?
Rep. Swalwell's resignation in CA-14 increases special election uncertainty. GOP strategies, like the Long Island switcheroo in NY-4 for candidate Jeanine Driscoll, exemplify ongoing maneuvers.
SD04 Dem ground game (DLCC); Tallarico poll leads. TX-23 post-Gonzales resignation (Trump+15, Latino dynamics); CA-14 Swalwell adds specials volatility amid GOP maneuvers (NY-4 example). Watch polls/turnout.
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Updated Apr 15, 2026