I’m Running for Congress

Published on August 9, 2025
Duration: 10:19

Brandon Herrera, a serial entrepreneur and Second Amendment activist, details his campaign for Texas Congressional District 23 against incumbent Tony Gonzales. Herrera highlights Gonzales's votes on gun control and border security, leading to a censure by the Texas GOP. Despite a narrow loss in a brutal runoff, Herrera announces his decision to run again, emphasizing the need for a true conservative to represent the district and calling for support to fight against establishment politicians.

Quick Summary

Brandon Herrera is running for Congress again in Texas's 23rd District to represent true conservative values and defend the Second Amendment. He aims to hold incumbent politicians accountable for votes on gun control and border security, emphasizing his commitment to service over personal gain.

Chapters

  1. 00:46Introducing Brandon Herrera for Congress
  2. 01:01Reasons for challenging Tony Gonzales
  3. 01:23Texas GOP censures incumbent
  4. 01:48Primary election process and challenges
  5. 02:08Forcing a primary runoff
  6. 02:27Brutal runoff and narrow loss
  7. 02:50Post-election and political impact
  8. 03:40Holding politicians accountable
  9. 04:01Decision to run again
  10. 05:04Texas deserves a real conservative
  11. 05:42Call for support and fundraising match
  12. 06:14Small donor power and no special interests
  13. 07:10Money in politics and commitment to service
  14. 08:34Transparency and anti-corruption pledge
  15. 08:58Fight against establishment politicians
  16. 09:51Final message to the establishment

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Brandon Herrera running for Congress again?

Brandon Herrera is running for Congress again because the issues that motivated his first campaign, such as incumbent Tony Gonzales's votes on gun control and border security, remain unresolved. He believes Texas District 23 deserves a true conservative representative.

What were the key issues in Brandon Herrera's past campaign for Congress?

Key issues included incumbent Tony Gonzales's votes for gun control, opposition to border security, and perceived selling out of American interests. Herrera also emphasized the need for accountability from elected officials and a commitment to conservative principles.

How did Brandon Herrera perform in his previous congressional race?

Brandon Herrera forced an incumbent into a runoff election for Texas Congressional District 23. He lost by a narrow margin of 400 votes, or 1%, after facing significant opposition spending against him.

What is Brandon Herrera's stance on political corruption and transparency?

Brandon Herrera pledges to not engage in stock trading while in office and supports legislation to ban insider trading. He emphasizes that his campaign is driven by service, not personal financial gain, and relies on small donors rather than special interests.

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