Summary
Republicans in Texas are facing challenges in maintaining control as Democrats gain ground. The Senate race is very competitive, with high voter turnout for Democrats and decreasing support for Republicans. James Talarico, a Democrat, is leading in favorability against Republican opponents.
Key Facts
- Texas has been a Republican stronghold since 1994, with no Democrats winning statewide.
- President Trump won Texas by 14 points in the last presidential election.
- Republican Dan Patrick warned of difficulties in keeping the Texas House during a conference.
- Democratic primary turnout in Texas surpassed Republican turnout for the first time since 2002.
- A special election in Tarrant County showed a 31-point swing toward Democrats.
- Democratic candidate James Talarico won his primary with 52% of the vote.
- Talarico's fundraising efforts gathered $20 million, mostly from small donors.
- Polls show Talarico in close competition with Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton for the Senate seat.
