Soros-Funded PAC Launches Multimillion-Dollar Democratic Campaign Across Texas

A group heavily funded by billionaire George Soros, Texas Majority PAC, has launched a multimillion-dollar campaign called "Blue Texas" in partnership with the Texas Democratic Party to flip the traditionally Republican state in the 2026 midterm elections. Despite significant financial backing, including millions from Soros in 2024 and early 2025, Democrats have struggled to win statewide races in Texas, with Republicans making gains in 2024 and President Donald Trump winning the state by a large margin. The new initiative aims to recruit candidates, organize volunteers, and boost voter turnout, with plans for rallies and a statewide tour to increase Democratic competitiveness. Democrats see potential opportunities due to Republican vulnerabilities, such as incumbent Senator John Cornyn's contested primary with Attorney General Ken Paxton, and hope to build a long-term strategy targeting Texas as a battleground state by 2032. Critics, including Texas Republicans, view Soros's involvement as an outsized influence on state politics, and past efforts by Democrats with Soros's funding have not succeeded in overcoming the GOP's dominance. The campaign reflects Democrats' continued efforts to capitalize on demographic shifts and political dynamics, despite prior failures to flip Texas blue.