By Fatma Younis
Texas made history on Tuesday with two landmark Democratic victories: the state elected its first Latina governor, its first Democratic governor since 1995, and its first Democratic senator since 1988.
Voter backlash against Trump
The results follow a widespread public pushback against President Donald Trump's handling of his first two years back in office, according to BBC analysis.
Dramatic shift since 2024
BBC correspondent Ros Atkins breaks down the dramatic shift in the state between the 2024 election and the 2026 midterms, highlighting a significant realignment of voter preferences.
