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2026 candidates we're tracking in TX-19
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KYLE RABLE
Democratic
Kyle Rable is a U.S. Army Reserves Captain, a Texas Tech PhD Candidate, and the Secretary of the Lubbock County Democratic Party. He has announced his candidacy for Texas' 19th Congressional District seat, aiming to represent the citizens of West Texas.
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MATTHEW SMITH
Republican
Matthew Smith, a Republican, ran for State Representative in Pennsylvania's District 169 in 2022. He is a high school graduate and has worked in various roles including auto technician, insurance agent, and general contractor.
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RYAN ZINK
Republican
Ryan Zink is a Republican challenger for Texas House District 19. He is described as a born and raised Texan, emphasizing his deep roots in the state.
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TOM SELL
Republican
Tom Sell is a fifth-generation West Texan, small business owner, and a graduate of Texas Tech University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness and a law degree. He previously served as deputy staff director for the U.S. House Committee on…
About this race
Texas's 19th Congressional District elects one member of the U.S. House of Representatives to a two-year term. Every House seat in the country is on the ballot in 2026. The Texas primary is Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (runoff Tuesday, May 26, 2026 if needed), and the general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.