Rep. Colin Allred Outraises Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024 Campaign

Colin Allred’s Campaign Surpasses Ted Cruz in Fundraising

In the second quarter of 2024, U.S. Rep. Colin Allred’s campaign managed to outpace Sen. Ted Cruz in fundraising efforts, despite the Republican senator’s strong financial position. Allred, a Democrat from Dallas, raised a record-breaking $10.5 million, surpassing the $10.4 million raised by former Rep. Beto O’Rourke when he ran against Cruz in 2018. Cruz, on the other hand, raised $7.9 million during the same period, slightly more than his fundraising in the previous election cycle.

Cruz Holds Cash Advantage, Allred Tightly Trails in Polls

While Cruz’s campaign currently holds a cash advantage with $12.1 million on hand compared to Allred’s $10.4 million, recent polls show a tight race between the two candidates. National Democrats have shown confidence in Allred’s campaign, but have yet to allocate significant resources to supporting vulnerable Democratic incumbents in the state. Despite Allred’s strong showing, he is currently trailing Cruz by just three points in the latest polls.

Texans Express Desire for Change in Senate Leadership

Texans seem to be indicating a desire for change in Senate representation, with Colin Allred’s campaign manager, Paige Hutchinson, stating that voters are ready to abandon Cruz’s policies and elect Allred to bring new leadership to the Senate. With a competitive race ahead, both candidates are gearing up for a challenging campaign season as they seek to secure victory in the upcoming election.

In conclusion, the fundraising landscape of the 2024 election in Texas is shaping up to be a highly competitive and closely watched race between Colin Allred and Ted Cruz. With significant funds raised by both candidates and a tight polling margin, the outcome of this election will have major implications for the political landscape in Texas. Voters are expressing a desire for change, and the candidates are gearing up for a fiercely contested battle up until Election Day.