MIDTERM ELECTIONS

Democratic women lead biggest shift in Texas House since 2010 midterms

Led by female candidates, Texas Democrats picked up 12 Texas House seats from Republicans, mostly in North Texas. But Republicans still have the edge in the lower chamber.

By CASSANDRA POLLOCK, CARLOS ANCHONDO and ALLYSON R WALLER
Posted 11/6/18

In January, when the Texas Legislature convenes for the 86th legislative session, the Republicans’ 95-55 advantage over the Democrats will shrink to 83-67...

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