Republican Representative Monica De La Cruz Faces Challenge from Democratic Candidate Bobby Pulido in Rio Grande Valley
Republican Representative Monica De La Cruz is facing a challenge from Democratic congressional candidate and Tejano singer Bobby Pulido in the Rio Grande Valley. This development comes as Republicans gather for a midterm convention in Dallas, heavily focused on President Trump. The selection of Dallas for the convention is seen by some, including Pulido's campaign manager Abel Prado, as a sign of Republican concern about the political landscape in Texas. Prado notes that while President Trump garnered significant support from some Hispanic voters in South Texas in 2024, this momentum has reportedly diminished. He attributes this decline to ongoing immigration enforcement operations, which he claims have negatively impacted the local economy, particularly depressing home construction due to workers' fears of enforcement actions. De La Cruz is among several Texas politicians and candidates participating in the convention, which aims to highlight GOP policy achievements and future aspirations. 
