Summary
A recent poll suggests that Texas Democrat James Talarico is leading against both potential Republican opponents, Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, in the upcoming U.S. Senate race. Talarico won the Democratic primary and is now set to face either Republican candidate in the November elections. The poll has a margin of error and shows tight races, but Talarico currently has a slight lead.
Key Facts
- James Talarico won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Texas.
- Talarico will face either Ken Paxton or John Cornyn, who are competing in a Republican runoff.
- A poll shows Talarico leading Cornyn by 1% and Paxton by 2%, but these leads are within the poll's margin of error.
- The poll surveyed 576 Texas voters and was sponsored by a Democratic organization.
- Talarico has a higher net favorability rating than both Republican candidates.
- Democrats have not won a statewide office in Texas since 1994.
- The general election is scheduled for November.
- President Trump is expected to endorse John Cornyn in the Republican runoff.
