Political rebellion in the Rio Grande Valley
The gist
Residents of Texas's Rio Grande Valley, which backed Trump in 2024, now cite ICE and high prices as they turn back toward Democrats.
Their revolt could flip three GOP-drawn House districts and signal how Latinos vote nationwide.
How it unfolded
- 2024Hispanic voters in the Rio Grande Valley give majority support to Republicans, breaking with a decadeslong Democratic pattern and helping elect Donald Trump.
- Sep 2026Vice President JD Vance headlines a campaign event in Harlingen.
- Oct 12, 2026Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, visiting two key House battlegrounds, says Democrats are "on the verge of taking back control" and that the political environment in the Rio Grande Valley has changed dramatically.