Former Congressman Colin Allred defeated Representative Julie Johnson in a Democratic runoff for Texas’ heavily Democratic 33rd Congressional District.

Allred, who previously ended a Senate campaign and shifted to the House race after redistricting, led Johnson in the initial primary and secured broader support in the runoff.

The contest was notable because Johnson had succeeded Allred in Congress after his earlier Senate bid against Ted Cruz.

Immigration became a key campaign issue, with both candidates facing scrutiny over past positions and ties related to immigration policy, NBC News has reported.

Johnson’s defeat, along with Al Green’s loss in another Texas race, highlighted the political impact of recent redistricting and shifting Democratic dynamics in the state.