Summary
A new poll shows that Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are trailing behind two Republican candidates, John Cornyn and Wesley Hunt, in possible Texas Senate races. Both Democrats are tied in polls only against Ken Paxton, the state's Attorney General. The outcome of the race depends on the Republican primary results, suburban voter turnout, and undecided voters.
Key Facts
- Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are both Democratic candidates aiming for a Texas Senate seat.
- John Cornyn and Wesley Hunt are two leading Republican candidates in the race.
- Both Crockett and Talarico are tied against Republican Ken Paxton at 46 percent each.
- In matchups against Cornyn and Hunt, both Crockett and Talarico are trailing by 3 to 5 percentage points.
- About 9 percent of voters remain undecided in each potential matchup.
- The results of the Republican primary will significantly impact the race.
- Suburban turnout and consolidating undecided voters are key factors for the Democrats.
