A Democrat won a state legislative special election in a district that President Trump carried by 17 percentage points, unnerving Republicans in Texas and beyond.

Rehmet was leading with 57 percent of the vote, compared to Wambsganss’ 42 percent, even though Wambsganss drastically outspent him

Democrats are hoping for an upset in a special runoff election for a state Senate seat in Texas on Saturday. Democrat Taylor Rehmet, a local union leader, is facing off against Republican Leigh Wambsganss,

Abortion policy divides candidates in Texas Senate District 9 runoff. Pro-life advocate LWambsganss faces Rehmet's support for access.

Democrat Taylor Rehmet reported about 1,860 donors since Nov. 4, while Republican Leigh Wambsganss reported 217.