TX-01 Democratic nominee?
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MAY 27, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleSoftware developer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationTexas
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BackgroundSoftware developer
Notable personal detailsDax Cornell Alexander is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Texas’s 1st Congressional District (TX-01) in the 2026 election cycle. He has been described in campaign and local political coverage as a software developer and an East Texas native active in local Democratic organizing in and around Tyler. His principal campaign committee is registered with the FEC as “Dax Alexander for Congress.”
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports policies to grow good-paying jobs, strengthen small and rural businesses, raise fair wages, protect workers, and invest federal resources in infrastructure, broadband, and workforce training to expand economic opportunity. Prioritizes using government funding to support working families and public services such as education and healthcare rather than corporate priorities.
Healthcare
Supports expanding Medicaid, capping prescription drug prices, investing in rural health clinics, and boosting broadband for telehealth; describes healthcare as a human right and seeks affordable, universal coverage for every Texan.
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Immigration & Border
Supports secure borders while opposing costly walls and backing technology and personnel investments alongside bipartisan, humane immigration reform that respects human rights and community safety.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports codifying the right to abortion into federal law and seeks legislation to protect reproductive freedom across all 50 states.
Climate & Energy
The candidate affirms that climate change is real and supports a strong, effective EPA and bold federal action to protect Texas’s air, water, and future. He frames environmental protection as a priority alongside other federal investments and public services.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports expanded background checks and red flag (extreme risk) laws while emphasizing protection of gun ownership alongside community safety. Advocates for measures to prevent gun violence.
News
There is no clear person-specific news about Dax Alexander in the provided summaries. The only reported developments are court rulings on Texas and Virginia congressional maps that could shape the 2026 U.S. House race. These items mention election redistricting, but they do not describe any direct action or statement by Dax Alexander.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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