Trump backs Carlos De La Cruz for Texas’ 35th District seat

Trump backs Carlos De La Cruz for Texas’ 35th District seat

Trump endorses Carlos De La Cruz, a retired Air Force veteran and small business owner, in the November general election for Texas' redrawn 35th Congressional District.

Richard Miniter
First Published: September 18, 2026, 2:38 PM ET

Donald J. Trump endorsed Carlos De La Cruz, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran and small business owner, for the U.S. House seat in Texas’ 35th Congressional District.