2010 Sheila Jackson Lee

for first time in congressional career, jackson lee challenged in democratic primary; opponents houston city councilmember jarvis johnson , sean roberts. defeated them 67%-28%-5%.

it reported in october 2010 jackson lee “asking department of justice investigate whether tea party groups intimidating black , hispanic voters in district.” requested attorney general eric holder send poll monitors make sure local group wasn t stopping people voting.

she won general election 70 percent of vote, lowest winning percent of career.