Category: Elections 2026
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Texas Senate 2026: Cornyn Faces a High-Risk Primary as MAGA vs. Establishment Battle Tests GOP Hold
The 2026 U.S. Senate election in Texas features incumbent Republican John Cornyn against challengers Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt amid deep GOP divisions. Key election dates are set, with a potential runoff expected. Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico aim to capitalize on Republican infighting, though Texas’s history favors the GOP.
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Who Is Running for Governor of Texas in 2026?
The 2026 Texas gubernatorial election is set for November 3, 2026, with party primaries scheduled for March 3, 2026 and potential runoff elections on May 26, 2026. The candidate filing deadline closed on December 8, 2025, locking in a crowded but largely settled field. With Texas remaining one of the most politically significant states in…
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Texas 2026: Five Political Fights That Will Define the State’s Future
Texas enters 2026 as a Republican-leaning state facing volatility. Key issues include a contentious GOP Senate primary, controversial redistricting, rising economic anxiety, the introduction of school vouchers, and renewed Democratic optimism. The outcomes of upcoming primaries and the general election could reshape Texas’s political landscape significantly.
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Texas Republicans Won Their Redistricting Fight — But Winning the New Districts Is a Different Battle Entirely
The U.S. Supreme Court’s approval of Texas’s redrawn congressional map seemingly favors Republicans, with potential gains in House seats. However, local dynamics and voter sentiments, especially among Hispanic populations, indicate a more complex scenario. Rising living costs and dissatisfaction with both parties could shift voter allegiance and impact 2026 elections significantly.
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Crockett’s Possible Senate Run Jolts Texas Politics — But Voters May Be Looking for Substance, Not Spectacle
Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s possible run for the 2026 U.S. Senate seat is attracting attention, but many Texans question her commitment to local issues versus her media presence. While her celebrity status may energize Democrats, concerns lie in her limited legislative record and appeal to independent voters amid Texas’s conservative landscape.
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