January 2026 date set for Texas 18th Congressional District runoff election

HOUSTON – Texas Governor Greg Abbott has set the date for the runoff election for Texas 18th Congressional District.

The runoff election is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

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The seat has been vacant since the passing of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner.

During the Nov. 4 elections, Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards emerged as the top two candidates amid the crowded field of 16, but since neither candidate received 50% of the vote, it advanced to a runoff election.

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Menefee led with 29% to the vote, with Amanda Edwards emerging with 26% of the vote following Nov. 4.

The winner of the runoff will serve for the remainder of Turner’s term,

Early voting will begin on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.