TX-24: Democrats Think They Can Finally Flip Texas' 24th Congressional District

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After years of Republican leadership, Texas' 24th Congressional District has emerged as a key battleground in the 2020 election. The district runs from Fort Worth to Dallas, spanning several smaller cities and Northern suburbs.

Last year, incumbent Republican Kenny Marchant announced he would not seek reelection. Marchant won reelection in 2018 by a shrinking margin. Now, North Texas Democrats see an opportunity to flip this historically red district.

Candidate Kim Olson is a retired Air Force colonel and a top fundraiser in this race. Her campaign has now raised more than $1 million. Earlier this month, they debuted a TV ad aimed at getting Olson's message out to more voters.

"Do not think for a minute the Republicans are going to give up this district easily," Olson said. "They are going to fight us tooth and nail, and we have to have record turnout vote if we want to take this district, and that's what it takes to get this done."

Candidate Jan McDowell is a familiar face in the district. She was the Democratic nominee in both 2016 and 2018, ultimately losing both races to Kenny Marchant. Speaking at the debate in Irving, McDowell said she might be the most progressive candidate in this field, but she said she knows how to appeal to moderates.