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National Democrats add former GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales' district to Texas congressional target list
The sprawling district, vacated by former GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales earlier this year, went for President Trump by 15 points. But Democrats see an opening to win its Hispanic-majority electorate.
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