By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews
The votes have been counted, and the results of the March primary elections across Collin County and Texas’ 3rd Congressional District are now set.
But before the next phase begins, many candidates took to social media and campaign statements to thank supporters, reflect on the outcome, and signal what comes next.
From congressional races to state House contests, here’s how candidates across the region reacted after the primary results came in.
TX-03: Self Advances to November as Hunt Calls for Town Hall Debate
In Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, Republican incumbent Keith Self and Democratic nominee Evan Hunt will meet in the November general election. Both addressed supporters after the primary.
“I am deeply honored and humbled by the trust you have placed in me once again,” Self said, pointing to priorities such as border security, reducing federal spending, and strengthening the economy. “Washington needs a strong dose of Texas values, and I am ready to keep delivering.”
Hunt highlighted turnout across the state.
“Something big is happening in Texas,” Hunt wrote. “More than 2.5 million Texans voted during early voting alone, the highest ever recorded for a Texas primary.”
He also said he stopped by Self’s Collin County office after the election to congratulate the congressman and invite him to a debate.
“I swung by Congressman Keith Self’s Collin County office to personally congratulate him on his Republican primary win and deliver a letter inviting him to our March 11 town hall debate,” Hunt wrote.
HD 61: Candidates Reflect on Campaign
Candidates in House District 61 thanked supporters following the primary.
Democratic nominee Brittany Black said she was “deeply humbled” by the support she received.
“Tuesday, the voters of House District 61 made their voices heard, and I’m deeply humbled by their trust,” Black said.
Her opponent, Jackie Bescherer, also thanked supporters.
“I want to thank all my supporters,” Bescherer said, calling the campaign an ethical grassroots effort run largely by volunteers.
On the Republican side, Keresa Richardson thanked volunteers who worked on her campaign.
“Thank you again to everyone who worked, walked, talked, and manned the polls,” Richardson wrote. “This campaign was a team effort.”
Her opponent, Frederick Frazier, also expressed gratitude to supporters.
“I stand before you today filled with gratitude and pride for the incredible grassroots campaign we built together,” Frazier said.
HD 67: Thorsen Thanks Supporters as Emeka Looks Ahead
In House District 67, Republican candidate Matt Thorsen reflected on the race following the primary.
“This campaign was a true grassroots battle to bring real conservative change to House District 67,” Thorsen said.
Democratic candidate Emeka Eluka, who finished second in his party’s primary, said he was encouraged by the support he received despite running largely on his own.
“I’m happy with what I was able to achieve doing this all by myself,” Eluka said.
He added that the race helped prepare him for a possible run again in 2028.
HD 70: Flint, Hewitt and Plesa React After Primary
Candidates in House District 70 also thanked supporters following the primary.
Republican nominee George Flint said he was “deeply moved by the trust the voters of House District 70 have placed in me,” calling the win a credit to the volunteers and supporters who backed the campaign.
Another Republican candidate, Michael Hewitt, also thanked supporters.
“Collin County, it’s been a sincere honor running to be your next HD-70 state representative,” Hewitt wrote.
Democratic nominee and current representative Mihaela Plesa said she was honored by the support she received.
“I’m incredibly honored to have been nominated as the Democratic nominee for HD-70 with a historic number of votes,” Plesa said. “But the real work starts now.”
HD-89: Noble, Carraway and Forrester React After Primary
In House District 89, incumbent Candy Noble thanked supporters after winning the Republican primary.
“We had so much fun at our campaign watch party tonight,” Noble wrote. “Thank you to all our friends who volunteered for the campaign and came out to celebrate with us.”
Her opponent, Jeff Forrester, also expressed gratitude to supporters.
“To my incredible wife and family, campaign team, loyal supporters, and friends, I extend a heartfelt thank you,” Forrester said. “The work continues, the fight continues, and we are not done.”
Democratic nominee Angie Carraway highlighted turnout and her volunteer-driven campaign.
“13,871 votes. Highest vote total in the race,” Carraway wrote. “A strong foundation for a campaign powered entirely by volunteers. Now we keep doing the work.”
Party Reaction
Collin County Democratic Party Chair Jeremy Sutka also highlighted turnout in this year’s primary.
In a statement following the election, Sutka said 95,756 Democratic ballots were cast in Collin County, describing it as a record for a non-presidential primary election.
“This record turnout was not an accident,” Sutka said. “It was the result of countless hours of work by volunteers, precinct chairs, and candidates who believe in a better future.”
TX3DNews contacted the Collin County Republican Party for comment on the primary results but did not receive a response by publication time.