Texas Scorecard by Brandon Waltens June 26, 2026
CORPUS CHRISTI—Just weeks after Republicans gathered for their own state convention, Texas Democrats convened in Corpus Christi on Friday for their biennial convention.
But Republicans ensured they maintained a visible presence throughout the city.
While Gov. Greg Abbott was not at the convention itself—he is scheduled to speak Friday evening at the Kleberg County Republican Party’s Lincoln Reagan Dinner in nearby Kingsville—his campaign staged a series of events aimed at drawing contrasts with Democrats and their statewide ticket.
Billboards purchased by Abbott’s campaign lined major routes into Corpus Christi criticizing what Republicans describe as Democrats’ “radical agenda.” A mobile video truck circulated outside the convention playing clips of Democrat candidates, including U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico, highlighting past comments on issues ranging from religion to veganism.
Friday morning, Abbott’s campaign distributed breakfast tacos with names including the “Veggie Talarico,” “Open Border Brisket,” and “Democrat Promises,” the latter consisting of an empty tortilla.
Outside the convention center, a longhorn wearing a “Don’t Buy the Bull” banner drew attention—and mixed reactions—from convention attendees.
At a nearby “Keep Texas Red” press conference organized by Abbott’s campaign, several Republican leaders argued Democrats have moved too far left while emphasizing Republican unity heading into November.
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