Democrats Gain Momentum in Pivotal US Senate and Governor's Races in Texas The latest polls from Texas Pulse and other research firms have put a spotlight on the pivotal US Senate and governor's races in the state, signaling a potential shift in the Republican stronghold.
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Senate, is now leading his Republican rival Ken Paxton by four points, with 47 percent support. The open Senate seat has created an unusually competitive race for Democrats.
Paxton, the Trump endorsed candidate, defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the primary but has generated concerns among Republicans about his ability to appeal to centrist voters.