Texas Democrats pick lieutenant governor nominee to challenge GOP incumbent Dan Patrick

Texas Democrats selected Rep. Vikki Goodwin as their lieutenant governor nominee to challenge Republican incumbent Dan Patrick in November. Goodwin, a 2019 state legislator, campaigned on education funding, Medicaid expansion, and repealing Texas' abortion ban, while runner-up Marcos Vélez focused on tax relief and wage increases. The race highlights the party's strategic direction as the lieutenant governor's role includes significant legislative and budgetary control.