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Political analysts and candidates emphasize that the Texas Senate race is one Republicans cannot afford to lose, while Democratic gubernatorial candidates view the state as a key battleground for 2026, with Elon Musk potentially influencing outcomes through financial support.
Conservative commentator Jonathan Turley highlights video footage of Democratic candidate James Talarico labeling capitalism an oppressive system tied to white supremacy during a climate forum.
Republican candidate Mike Talarico has surpassed Attorney General Ken Paxton in campaign fundraising and advertising spending as the contest for the open U.S. Senate seat intensifies. The financial surge underscores the growing competitiveness of the statewide election.
Swimmer Riley Gaines threw her support behind Republican candidate Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, highlighting his legal battles over transgender participation in athletics.
A Democratic win in the second-largest state may carry broader implications.
The massive power and water consumption of AI data centers has ignited a contentious debate in the Texas Senate race, with Ken Paxton unveiling a four-point plan targeting these facilities as he and James Talarico exchange blows over rising utility costs.
The Texas Senate race is tightening significantly, with a fourth consecutive poll showing only a slim gap between the candidates, indicating a highly competitive contest.
The United Nations has initiated the selection process for its next Secretary-General, with Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan reportedly leading the first informal straw poll. The search for a successor to António Guterres comes amidst ongoing global challenges.
The victim's family says they never spoke to James Talarico after he invoked their child sex abuse case at a press conference in the Texas Senate race.
Following a salacious report about Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton, his Democratic rival James Talarico has focused on the news to launch corruption and affordability attacks in the Texas Senate race.
Republicans have made the masculinity of Democrat James Talarico a central issue in a highly contested Texas Senate battle.
Representative Brandon Gill appeared on the Ruthless Podcast to discuss his endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, as well as the Ohio Medicaid fraud and a Somali immigration hearing.
The current US Senate race in Texas is notable as the state has historically never elected an unmarried man to the position, marking a potential shift in political demographics or voter preferences.
Democrats are expressing renewed hope for regaining control of the Senate, with a key focus on the Texas Senate race. The Texas contest has seen incumbent Paxton attack challenger Talarico, bringing the theme of masculinity into the campaign.
The Texas Senate race, featuring the Paxton-Talarico showdown, is proving to be contentious and expensive, with a recent online spat involving Democrats' pick Talarico and Stephen Miller adding to the political drama.
Several candidates, including crypto-backed ones, secured victories in key Texas primary runoffs, while figures like Al Green were defeated, leading to varied political reactions.
Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, has successfully unseated John Cornyn in the Texas Senate race, marking a significant victory for the Trump-backed candidate.
Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky was defeated in his primary election by a challenger endorsed by President Trump. This outcome is widely seen as a result of Trump's campaign against Massie, whom he had criticized as a Republican critic.
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed James Talarico, meeting with him to support his bid to flip a Texas Senate seat and elevate new Democratic leaders.
Activists at CPAC have endorsed Ken Paxton for the Texas Senate race over John Cornyn, while Senator Ted Cruz has refused to take sides in the high-stakes GOP Senate runoff, citing close ties to both candidates.
An analysis of 'The Odds' explores the current state of the race for the Senate in Texas, detailing the political landscape and potential outcomes.
Ken Paxton has declared he will remain in the Texas Senate race, even if President Trump endorses his rival John Cornyn in the upcoming GOP primary runoff.
The Democratic Texas Senate race remains undecided, with candidate Talarico leading but Crockett challenging the Dallas vote in court, amidst conflicting rulings on vote tallying.
Traders on Kalshi are increasingly betting that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico will secure their parties’ Senate nominations ahead of Tuesday’s primary.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has issued her most significant endorsement since leaving office, backing Jasmine Crockett in a competitive Democratic primary for a Texas Senate seat.
Senator John Fetterman has expressed confusion regarding why Donald Trump and the Republican Party are not actively working to secure a Texas Senate seat.
MAGA Inc., a super PAC aligned with Donald Trump, is spending $10 million on a Texas Senate ad blitz to boost incumbent Ken Paxton against challenger James Talarico, marking Trump's first major midterm spending move.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has publicly assessed the current polling landscape of the Texas Senate election, describing the contest between Ken Paxton and Colin Talarico as effectively tied.
Senator Ted Cruz publicly endorsed Ken Paxton, stating he can absolutely win the upcoming Texas Senate election, highlighting shifting dynamics in the state's political landscape.
Recent polling data indicates a closely contested Senate race in Texas, while Republican candidates hold a growing advantage in the gubernatorial matchup heading into the election cycle.
Talarico wants to unearth Paxton's depositions to keep focus on opponent's past in Texas Senate race AP News
A decade-old incident involving Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pocketing a $1,000 pen has resurfaced as a campaign issue in the state's Senate race.
The Texas Senate race is intensifying as 'fake' moderate Talarico's surge tests Paxton's hold on a crucial GOP Senate seat. The contest is being described as a battle between a bachelor and a divorcé-to-be.
One of America’s most competitive Senate races in Texas features a surprising dynamic where no Republicans have started spending money yet.
In a significant shift, the National Border Patrol Council has moved its endorsement from John Cornyn to Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, as recent polls indicate a surprisingly tight contest.
A new Times/Siena poll indicates a tie between Talarico and Paxton in the Texas Senate race, suggesting a potentially surprising outcome in American politics.
A new poll indicates that Democrat James Talarico, derided as 'Tofu Talarico', is within the margin of error against Ken Paxton, a candidate chosen by Donald Trump, in a Texas Senate race.
Ken Paxton stated that Republicans are uniting behind him to defeat Democrat James Talarico in the Texas Senate general election, following Paxton's runoff victory.
James Talarico, a Democrat running for U.S. Senate in Texas, is connecting his political positions to his Christian faith, a perspective that differs from the politically conservative Christianity dominant in the state. His progressive pastor, Jim Rigby, is noted as a key influence.
The contentious Texas Senate race continues to heat up, with candidate Talarico now sharply slipping in betting odds against Paxton, adding to the political drama that previously included an online spat and Talarico targeting Paxton's scandals.
An analysis explores the readiness of Democrats to secure a victory in the Texas Senate race, a contest that could significantly influence which party controls the US Congress.
Donald Trump-backed Ken Paxton secured a victory in the Texas Senate primary runoff, solidifying Trump's influence within the Republican Party. Paxton's win has raised concerns among some Republicans regarding his electability in the general election.
President Trump has instructed negotiators not to rush into a deal with Iran, emphasizing a focus on nuclear weapons prohibition. This stance comes as some Republican senators express rare opposition to the President's approach to the potential agreement.
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing for a high-profile summit, often described as "tea diplomacy." The leaders met to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss cooperation, with Russia seeking political and economic support from China.
A TPOR poll of 1,018 likely voters shows Texas Democrat Talarico leading Senator John Cornyn by three percentage points and Attorney General Ken Paxton by five in the upcoming Senate race.
Andrew Schneider, Senior Political Reporter for Houston Public Media, discusses the differing interpretations and narratives surrounding the Texas Senate race.
A young Democratic priest running for the Senate in Texas is gaining significant traction on social media, with many celebrating him as a potential future president ahead of the November elections.
Trump’s Rapid Shift on Texas Senate Race Underscores GOP Risks Bloomberg.com
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is adopting a compassionate campaign approach in the competitive Texas political landscape.
Military strikes in Iran have opened up a partisan rift in Texas' looming Senate primaries. Republicans praise Trump's operation while Democrats demand approval.
A new poll indicates a shift in the Texas Senate race, focusing on candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico.
Republicans are increasingly worried about the Texas Senate race, with Senate leaders hoping for Trump's endorsement to save a beleaguered GOP senator from a primary challenge.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has started allocating funds to aid Republican candidate Ken Paxton, raising questions about whether the investment will shift dynamics in the upcoming Texas Senate election.
Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is locked in a tight race with the Republican nominee.
Jessica Taylor, Senate and Governors Editor at the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, says public and private polling shows the Texas Senate race essentially tied, with Ken Paxton's political and…
Democrat James Talarico is leveraging past legal controversies surrounding Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, seeking depositions to sway moderate Republican voters ahead of the primary.
Senator Ted Cruz predicts a $200 million fight in the Texas Senate race, as Governor Greg Abbott throws his support behind Attorney General Ken Paxton.
A longtime Republican aide has defected to a rising Democratic star, intensifying the Texas Senate battle for Senator Cornyn's seat. This move highlights the heated competition in the upcoming election.
Democrat James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Republican rival Ken Paxton in the US Senate race in Texas, according to a new poll, bolstering his party’s quest to pick off a pivotal seat amid voter dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump.
A new poll for the Texas Senate race shows Talarico pulling ahead of Paxton by a 5-point margin.
Talarico has reportedly raised $30 million, significantly outperforming Paxton in the Texas Senate Race, according to Bloomberg.
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico has reportedly changed his stance on critical issues such as border security, gun control, and transgender rights during a recent podcast interview.
Attorney Dan Cogdell, who represented Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for nearly a decade, has endorsed Paxton's Democratic opponent, James Talarico, stating Paxton is too focused on appeasing Trump.
Political strategist James Carville has advised James Talarico to address his past comments on culture war issues if he hopes to win the Texas Senate race, which Carville describes as a 'pure tossup'.
The Texas Senate race is expected to be won by a populist candidate, with observers questioning which one will ultimately prevail.
The contentious Texas Senate race, featuring the Paxton-Talarico showdown, continues to heat up with Talarico now targeting Paxton's scandals, adding to the political drama that previously included an online spat involving Stephen Miller.
Former President Trump has voiced his dissatisfaction with ongoing talks concerning Iran, threatening potential military action and stating he is 'not satisfied' with the current state of negotiations. Meanwhile, Ukraine has appealed to Trump and the US Congress for support.
The contest for a Texas Senate seat has garnered national attention, with the campaign described as 'dirty' following the victory of a Trump-loyal candidate and the emergence of new controversial videos.
Donald Trump announced he would not be attending his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding, citing ongoing discussions regarding Iran as the reason for his absence. He emphasized that his commitment to America comes first, leading him to prioritize the talks over the family event.
A seemingly simple taco stop with former President Barack Obama by James Talarico unexpectedly escalated into a heated debate over the proper breakfast taco order, drawing attention in the Texas Senate race.
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas Senate, is reportedly amassing more campaign funds than his Republican opponents. This development comes as Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton continue their own political battles.
The former chief of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has commented on the persistent issue of alleged paper leaks, stating that 'the system has not kept pace' and explaining why nothing changes. This comes as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has charged 39 individuals for sharing explicit videos linked to former MP Prajwal Revanna, amidst ongoing sexual abuse investigations.
Trump said he'd endorse a Republican in the Texas Senate race six days ago. What's the holdup? CNN
DDHQ projects that Cornyn and Paxton will advance to a runoff election in the Texas Republican Senate primary.
The Republican primary for the Texas Senate race is drawing significant national attention, with candidates making a final push ahead of Tuesday's primaries, as the outcome could impact Republican control of the Senate.
A Texas Senate primary race between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico is highlighting internal Democratic divisions over race and gender, with Latino voters expected to be decisive.
The hotly contested Texas Senate race is breaking spending records as candidates vie for votes ahead of Tuesday's primary election.