Texas Rep. Colin Allred Endorses Joe Biden in Presidential Race

Texas Rep. Colin Allred Takes a Stand in Presidential Race

In the midst of a crowded and contentious presidential race, Texas Rep. Colin Allred is not shying away from taking a side. The Democrat, who flipped a House seat in 2018, has thrown his support behind former Vice President Joe Biden.

Speaking to a group of Biden supporters in Dallas, Allred emphasized the importance of electing a pragmatic progressive who can get things done. As a member of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s Frontline program for vulnerable incumbents, Allred is one of the few lawmakers in his position to endorse a presidential candidate.

Initially endorsing fellow Texan Julián Castro, Allred switched his support to Biden after Castro dropped out of the race. He has been actively encouraging his colleagues to weigh in on the primary, recognizing the impact their voices can have on the party’s success.

Allred’s decision to endorse Biden comes as the Democratic nomination race heats up, with Sen. Bernie Sanders recently winning the Nevada caucuses. While Allred declined to directly address whether he would support Sanders if he becomes the nominee, he remains focused on helping Biden secure the nomination.

With his district in Texas expected to be competitive in the upcoming election, Allred’s endorsement of Biden could help him distance himself from more liberal candidates like Sanders. Despite potential backlash from constituents, Allred remains confident in his decision and his ability to win reelection.

As the race for the White House intensifies, Allred’s support for Biden showcases his commitment to finding a candidate who can appeal to a broad range of voters and help Democrats maintain their House majority. With the Texas primary approaching, Allred’s endorsement could have a significant impact on the outcome of the election.