By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews
Collin County voters turned out in strong numbers for Tuesday’s primary elections, weighing in on competitive races for Congress, the Texas Legislature, and key county offices. The results begin to shape the political landscape heading into November, with several contests drawing heightened attention from local residents and party activists.
The primary marked one of the county’s busiest election days in recent years, driven by high-profile congressional matchups, open legislative seats, and a closely watched race for county judge.
Primary Turnout in Collin County
Unofficial results from the Collin County Elections Office show 199,606 ballots cast in the March 3 primary, representing about 26 percent of the county’s 760,111 registered voters. The turnout reflects a noticeable increase from the 2024 primary, when 137,685 ballots were cast.
Republicans accounted for 103,850 ballots, while 95,756 were cast in the Democratic primary. The Democratic turnout increase was especially pronounced compared with 2024, when the party saw 36,060 ballots cast countywide.
The totals released Tuesday include only Collin County voters, though many of the races on the ballot extend into neighboring counties across North Texas. All results remain unofficial until the county completes its canvass and certifies the election.
TX-03 Congressional Race
The Republican primary for Texas’ 3rd Congressional District once again centered on incumbent U.S. Rep. Keith Self, who faced challenger Mark Newgent. Collin County voters gave Self a commanding lead, with 48,161 votes to Newgent’s 10,853. In total, 59,014 Republican ballots were cast in the district’s race within the county.
This marks the second primary challenge Self has faced since taking office, and he again carried Collin County by a wide margin.
On the Democratic side, Evan Hunt received 43,282 votes while running unopposed. His total represents a significant increase from the 2024 Democratic primary, when Sandeep Srivastava received 16,299 votes under similar circumstances.
Texas’ 3rd Congressional District spans Collin, Delta, Franklin, Hopkins, Hunt, Morris and Titus counties, meaning additional votes were cast outside Collin County and will factor into the final districtwide totals.
Texas House Races
Several Texas House districts covering Collin County appeared on the primary ballot, determining which candidates will advance to the November general election.
In House District 61, incumbent Keresa Richardson received 12,466 votes in the Republican primary, ahead of challenger Frederick Frazier, who received 6,144. Frazier previously held the seat but lost the 2024 Republican primary to Richardson and again challenged her this cycle.
On the Democratic ballot, Brittany Black received 8,764 votes, compared with 6,863 votes for Jackie Bescherer, setting up a likely Richardson–Black matchup in November once the results are certified.
In House District 67, Republican incumbent Jeff Leach led challenger Matt Thorsen, receiving 11,955 votes to Thorsen’s 6,646.
Democratic voters selected Jordan Wheatley, who received 8,793 votes, ahead of Emeka Eluka with 6,522, placing Leach and Wheatley on the November ballot after the results are confirmed.
In House District 70, George Flint led the Republican primary with 6,403 votes, followed by Michael Hewitt with 2,519 and Jack Ryan Gallagher with 2,346.
In House District 89, Republican incumbent Candy Noble led her primary with 10,508 votes, ahead of Jeff Forrester with 8,053 and Freddie America with 1,361.
Collin County Judge
The Republican primary for Collin County judge drew one of the largest vote totals of the night. Incumbent Chris Hill received 67,155 votes, defeating challenger Rick Grady, who received 18,601. A total of 85,756 ballots were cast in the race.
The county judge serves as the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court, overseeing county budgets, infrastructure planning, and administrative operations.
Certification of the results is expected in the coming weeks.
Statewide Races
Collin County voters also weighed in on several statewide contests.
In the Republican contest for U.S. Senate, Collin County results show Ken Paxton receiving 41,955 votes, narrowly ahead of John Cornyn with 41,031, while Wesley Hunt received 13,396. The statewide race is expected to advance to a runoff between Paxton and Cornyn.
Democratic voters in the county favored James Talarico, who received 54,073 votes, ahead of Jasmine Crockett with 40,437. A total of 95,523 ballots were cast in the Democratic Senate primary.
In the Democratic race for governor, Gina Hinojosa received 56,332 votes in Collin County, the highest total in the field. The contest drew 89,227 ballots countywide.
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott secured his party’s nomination, setting up a Hinojosa–Abbott matchup in the November general election.
Looking Ahead
With the primaries concluded, candidates who secured their party’s nominations will now turn toward the November general election. Voters across Collin County and the broader region will decide congressional, legislative, and county offices that will shape local and statewide policy in the years ahead.
Election officials expect to complete the canvass and certification process in the coming weeks.
TX3DNews will continue following the races shaping Collin County and Texas’ 3rd Congressional District as campaigns move toward the fall election.