Summary
In the Texas Democratic primary for the 2026 Senate race, Representative Jasmine Crockett leads state Representative James Talarico by 8 points, according to a poll. The survey, conducted by Texas Southern University, shows Crockett receiving 51% support from likely voters compared to Talarico's 43%.
Key Facts
- Jasmine Crockett has a lead of 8 points over James Talarico in the poll.
- The poll included 1,600 likely Democratic primary voters.
- The margin of error for the poll is plus or minus 2.45%.
- Crockett is leading among women, older voters, and Black voters.
- Talarico has more support from white, male, Latino, and younger voters.
- 21% of voters are unfamiliar with Talarico, compared to 6% for Crockett.
- Crockett's campaign is seen as more likely to energize Democratic voters.
- Texas has not elected a Democrat statewide since 1994.
