From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Alex Boyer · · 40s
Tarrant County Turns Blue
Democrats sweep Tarrant County seats with 15-point margins, ending 40-year Republican rule.
In brief
Democrats sweep Tarrant County seats with 15-point margins, ending 40-year Republican rule. Democrats won all Tarrant County seats by 15 points, marking the first Democratic county judge in 40 years. Originally reported by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
Tarrant County Turns Blue
Democrats swept every countywide seat by about 15 points.
First Democratic County Judge in 40 Years
Alisa Simmons defeated Republican incumbent Tim O'Hare to become Tarrant County's first Democratic County Judge in 40 years.
Texas Together Campaign
Texas Democratic Party credited victory to coordinated 'Texas Together' campaign with investments in recruitment and voter outreach.
Economic Pressure Focus
Democratic leaders said they must deliver results on economic pressures to retain seats after the swing.
The takeaway
Democrats won all Tarrant County seats by 15 points, marking the first Democratic county judge in 40 years.
