Ted Cruz defeated Democratic U.S. Rep ... The winner of this race could help determine which party will control the U.S. Senate and shape the next few years of Texas politics. The race in the Lone Star State was one of the most-watched contests in 2024.

Ted Cruz (R-TX) won reelection to his Texas Senate seat in a closely watched race against Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX), a boost for Republicans' quest for control of the upper chamber.  Multiple outlets called the race for Cruz within a couple hours of polls closing in Texas.

Republican U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has won reelection in Texas to a third term after a campaign in which he criticized his Democratic challenger as too liberal.