Democrats Clash Over Immigration and Gun Control in Texas Senate Race

In a heated debate over immigration, Congressman Colin Allred and state Sen. Roland Gutierrez, both vying for the Democratic nomination to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, clashed over their views on the bipartisan border bill in the U.S. Senate.

Allred, hailing from Dallas, supported the border bill and even voted with Republicans to condemn President Biden’s handling of border and immigration matters. On the other hand, Gutierrez, representing San Antonio, criticized the bill as a “slap in the face to Texans” and questioned the effectiveness of bipartisan solutions without input from those most affected.

The two candidates also diverged on the issue of gun violence, with Gutierrez emphasizing the need for real change and Allred highlighting his ability to work across the aisle. Despite their differences, both candidates stressed the importance of addressing human issues over party politics.

As the race heats up, with Allred scheduled for an interview next week, the battle for the Democratic nomination in Texas promises to be a fierce and closely watched contest. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.