CBS News poll: Talarico-Paxton Senate race is a Texas toss-up
Summary
The Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico is very close and depends on which party’s voters turn out more. Paxton benefits from Texas’s Republican majority and support for President Trump, while Talarico gains support because of concerns about the cost of living and voters’ views of his character.Key Facts
- The Texas Senate race is essentially tied, and voter turnout will decide the winner.
- Ken Paxton draws most support from Republicans and voters who back President Trump.
- James Talarico leads among voters worried about the cost of living and those who think he has good personal character.
- Talarico gets some votes from Republicans and independents who might not usually vote Democrat.
- Paxton is favored by voters who support President Trump’s deportation policies and view Talarico as very liberal.
- Texas has more Republican voters, so Talarico needs strong turnout from independents, some Republicans, and young voters.
- Latino voters in Texas mainly support Talarico and are concerned about rising prices.
- For governor, Republican Greg Abbott has an advantage over Democrat Gina Hinojosa.
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