Katy Padilla StoutDemocraticI was born and raised in South Texas and it's where my husband and I have chosen to raise our four children. As a former teacher and attorney for children in the foster care system, I’m running to be the first Congresswoman from TX-23 because our government should invest in the next generation—not play political games 
Brandon HerreraRepublicanBrandon Herrera is an entrepreneur, Second Amendment activist, and social media personality running for Congress in Texas’s 23rd District. Shaped by deep Texas roots with family originating in Texas, including his Hispanic heritage, and both parents from military families, he pursued studies in Pre-Law before focusing 
Ben MendozaIndependentU.S. House members represent a single district and serve two-year terms. They introduce bills, control the federal budget, and vote on laws.
In the general election, the candidates who advanced face off and the winner takes office.
