James Buford

Republican candidate for U.S. House in Texas

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James Buford

Republican candidate for U.S. House in Texas

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TX-06 Republican nominee?

$3.3K

MAR 10, 2026

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2%chance to win

$3.3K

MAR 10, 2026

Candidate Overview

Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.

Current rolePastor

PartyRepublican

LocationTexas

BackgroundPastor

Notable personal detailsJames Buford is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Texas’ 6th Congressional District. He has worked as a carpenter and as a business owner in homebuilding and remodeling, and has also worked in the multi-family housing industry as a regional maintenance supervisor. He has served as a pastor for decades and has been involved with the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas (AAGD) legislative committee.

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Last updatedSep 2, 2026

James Buford is being mentioned in the broader fight over redistricting and House control, with several states moving to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 elections. The biggest recent development is that Republican-led redistricting efforts have intensified after a Supreme Court ruling, and South Carolina is considering changes that Democrats say are aimed at weakening the 6th Congressional District. More broadly, analysts say several House races are shifting toward Democrats, but Republicans still have a narrow structural edge.

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