Austin, Texas, January 16, 2026
The Texas House Democratic Caucus (HDC) has made headlines by raising an impressive $2.2 million in 2025, setting a new fundraising record. This achievement highlights the caucus’s strategic campaign efforts and increased support from donors across all 50 states. Key contributions include $100,000 from Jeffries for Congress and $1 million from Powered by People. With these funds, the HDC aims to strengthen its operations, launch media campaigns, and conduct polling to enhance its influence in upcoming legislative sessions amidst a challenging political landscape.
Texas House Democrats Set New Fundraising Record in 2025
Austin, Texas – The Texas House Democratic Caucus (HDC) has achieved a historic fundraising milestone by raising $2.2 million in 2025, showcasing remarkable growth compared to previous years. This impressive sum reflects a combination of strategic campaigning and nationwide support.
Major Contributions
Predominantly raised during the caucus’s quorum break, the funds came from donors across all 50 states. Significant contributions include:
- $100,000 from Jeffries for Congress, the campaign PAC of U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
- $1 million from Powered by People, a PAC linked to former U.S. Representative Beto O’Rourke.
Strategic Use of Funds
Despite being in the minority within legislative chambers and without a statewide office, the HDC plans to strategically utilize these funds for:
- Hiring additional staff to strengthen operations.
- Running media campaigns to amplify their messaging.
- Conducting polling to assess various issues and refine their messaging strategies.
These efforts are aimed at enhancing the caucus’s influence in the upcoming legislative sessions.
Background Context
The HDC’s fundraising was significantly boosted by their quorum break, a strategic tactic designed to obstruct the GOP-controlled Legislature from redrawing congressional district maps in their favor. This bold maneuver attracted national attention and praise, highlighting the ongoing political dynamics in Texas.
In total, the HDC collected $739,000 more during this quorum break than in the 2021 session, with funds largely allocated to covering quorum break-related expenses, including hotel accommodations and heightened security measures amidst tense political climates.
As the 2027 legislative session approaches, the HDC is gearing up to leverage their enhanced resources to advance their legislative agenda effectively and counterbalance the Republican majority.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much did the Texas House Democratic Caucus raise in 2025?
The Texas House Democratic Caucus raised $2.2 million in 2025, setting a new fundraising record.
What were the major contributions to the HDC’s 2025 fundraising?
Major contributions included $100,000 from Jeffries for Congress, the campaign PAC of U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and $1 million from Powered by People, a PAC associated with former U.S. Representative Beto O’Rourke.
How does the HDC plan to use the funds raised in 2025?
The HDC plans to use the funds to hire additional staff, run media campaigns, and conduct polling on various issues and messaging strategies to strengthen their position in the upcoming legislative sessions.
What was the purpose of the HDC’s quorum break?
The quorum break was a strategic move by the HDC to prevent the GOP-controlled Legislature from redrawing the congressional map to favor Republicans, thereby drawing national attention and support.
How did the HDC’s fundraising in 2025 compare to previous years?
The HDC raised $739,000 more during the 2025 quorum break than in the 2021 session, indicating a significant increase in fundraising efforts.
Key Features of the HDC’s 2025 Fundraising
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Funds Raised | $2.2 million |
| Major Contributions | $100,000 from Jeffries for Congress; $1 million from Powered by People |
| Primary Fundraising Period | Quorum break during the legislative session |
| Planned Use of Funds | Hiring staff, media campaigns, polling on issues and messaging |
| Comparison to Previous Fundraising | Raised $739,000 more than in the 2021 quorum break |
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