From the Washington Examiner: Rep. Marc Veasey (D-TX) has decided against running for reelection after his district was one of several in Texas redrawn to favor Republicans.
The seven-term Democrat is instead running for Tarrant County judge, making him the latest in a stream of lawmakers fleeing Congress, including over three dozen members in the House.
“This decision is about where I can best serve the people of Tarrant County,” Veasey said in a statement to the Texas Tribune. “It’s about strengthening our party, opening the door for new leadership and ensuring that our community continues to thrive.”
The decision is viewed by political insiders as a surprise, given Veasey was expected to run for the House seat being vacated by Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), who recently jumped into the Texas Senate race.
Veasey, 54, has severed in U.S Congress since January 2013. Prior to that, he was a member of the Texas state House of Representatives for 8 years.
The report explains that Veasey is now seeking to oust Republican Judge Tim O’Hare, who narrowly won his first campaign in 2022 with 53% of the vote.
The fight continues.#TarrantCounty pic.twitter.com/i9PL0xrsyJ
— Marc Veasey (@MarcVeasey) December 9, 2025
.@RepVeasey (D-TX) has decided against running for reelection after his district was one of several in Texas redrawn to favor Republicans. https://t.co/PZOH37hKjh
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) December 9, 2025
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