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Texas · Texas's 38th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Melissa McDonough

Democratic

Realtor and nominee for this district in 2024

Electoral history

Earlier races in Texas, newest first, matched by name in the results archive.

  1. 2024

    U.S. House · TX-38 Nov 5, 2024

    D · 37.2% · 127,640 votes

    Lost

Fundraising

Raised
$117.1K
From individuals
$69.5K
Spent
$79.7K
Cash on hand
$60.1K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026