AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick officially launched his 2026 reelection campaign on Tuesday, while joined by Republican members of the Senate.

Patrick is running for a fourth term as the state's lieutenant governor. Patrick already has a Democratic challenger in the race. Rep. Vikki Goodwin (D-Austin) announced her lieutenant governor campaign back in May.

Patrick made the following announcement regarding his campaign:

"After a very successful regular session and after passing all the 38 bills on the special session twice, I’m ready to hit the ground running for my reelection. With the help of my Texas Senate, we've accomplished so much, but there is more work to be done. This session, we have virtually eliminated school property taxes for the average senior for the rest of

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