Katrina Pierson, the former national spokeswoman for former President Trump’s 2016 campaign, secured victory Tuesday in her runoff primary to unseat incumbent Texas state Rep. Justin Holland.
Holland was among a handful of GOP incumbents targeted Tuesday for their votes against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R).
Holland, who has represented his district since 2017, did not support Abbott’s unique school voucher program and was among dozens of Republicans who voted to impeach Paxton. He also voted to raise the age for purchasing assault rifles from 18 to 21.
Abbott campaigned with Pierson ahead of Tuesday night’s election. Paxton also endorsed his campaign.
Both Abbott and Paxton took to social media to congratulate Pierson on his victory.
“Congratulations to @KatrinaPierson for DEFEATING Austin RINO Justin Holland,” Paxton campaign report posted on social media platform X. “You have sent a strong message to Austin that if members continue to prioritize Democrats over our conservative agenda, they will not return in 2026.”
“Congratulations to @KatrinaPierson on an incredible WIN in her House District 33 Republican primary runoff! #txlege,” the Abbott campaign account posted on X.
The Hill reached out to Holland’s campaign for a statement.
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