Democrats look to Tejano music star Bobby Pulido in a high-stakes South Texas congressional race
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JONATHAN J. COOPERFebruary 28, 2026 at 04:53 PM
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In a high-stakes South Texas congressional race, Democrats are backing Tejano music star Bobby Pulido as their candidate. Pulido is campaigning in the district, making stops in cities like Pharr, Texas, as of February 10, 2026. He is seeking to unseat Republican Rep. Monica De La Cruz. Pulido, a Latin Grammy winner, hopes his popularity and name recognition will resonate with voters in the predominantly Hispanic district. The election is seen as crucial for Democrats looking to regain ground in South Texas.
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