How outlets cover Briscoe Cain · May 12, 2026
Christian Menefee, Alex Mealer lead Houston-area congressional runoffs, new poll finds
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A University of Houston poll found Christian Menefee leading Al Green in the 18th District Democratic runoff and Alex Mealer leading Briscoe Cain in the 9th District Republican runoff. The results offer a snapshot of two closely watched Houston-area congressional races ahead of the May 26 vote.
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