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A new poll shows incumbent Senator John Cornyn leading in the Texas GOP Senate primary despite Wesley Hunt's entry, which has affected support for other candidates, and highlights the competitive nature of the race ahead of the primary election.
Rep. Wesley Hunt announced his run for the U.S. Senate in Texas, challenging established candidates in a contentious Republican primary, with support from Trump allies and a focus on appealing to MAGA voters, amidst a backdrop of expensive campaigns and political rivalry.
Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt is challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in Texas's 2026 Senate race, positioning himself as an alternative amid intra-party conflicts and significant campaign spending, with Hunt emphasizing his alignment with Trump and support from voters seeking a different candidate.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Colin Allred has raised over $4.1 million for his Texas Senate bid since July, positioning himself for a high-profile primary against state Rep. James Talarico, who has also raised over $6.2 million. The race is part of a broader Texas political contest involving key Republican and Democratic contenders, with the primary shaping the general election against GOP candidates.
James Talarico, a young Texas state representative and aspiring minister, has announced his bid for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, positioning himself as a critic of Christian nationalism and billionaire influence in politics, and aiming to challenge Republican incumbent John Cornyn amid a changing political landscape in Texas.
Texas State Rep. James Talarico is running for U.S. Senate, joining a competitive Democratic primary in Texas, aiming to challenge incumbent Republican Sen. John Cornyn amid a backdrop of intra-party competition and a focus on fighting for the middle class and progressive values.
In the Texas GOP Senate primary, Sen. John Cornyn faces a tough race against Ken Paxton, with Trump's endorsement seen as crucial. Recent personal turmoil in Paxton's family, including his wife's announcement of divorce on biblical grounds, has added a new dynamic, potentially impacting the primary outcome. Cornyn is seeking Trump's support, with the president scheduled to visit Texas amid the primary race, while GOP establishment reacts strongly to Paxton's personal issues.
Former Congressman Colin Allred has announced his bid for the Texas Senate seat, aiming to challenge incumbent Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, amid a competitive primary landscape and ongoing Republican scandals. Allred emphasizes an anti-corruption platform and seeks to capitalize on Democratic efforts to flip Texas blue, despite challenges posed by shifting voter demographics and recent polling showing close races.
Former NFL player and ex-Rep. Colin Allred announced his candidacy for the Texas Senate seat held by John Cornyn, aiming to flip the state blue in the 2024 elections amid a competitive GOP primary and a challenging political environment for Democrats.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz declared victory over Democrat Colin Allred in a closely contested and heavily funded Texas Senate race, maintaining his position as a prominent conservative figure. Despite Allred's record-breaking fundraising and efforts to present himself as a bipartisan alternative, Cruz's campaign successfully tied him to national Democratic figures and issues, ultimately securing a decisive win. This victory continues the Republican stronghold on Texas statewide elections, dashing Democratic hopes of turning the state blue.
Sen. Ted Cruz and his allies are gearing up to defend his Senate seat in Texas against Democratic nominee Colin Allred, aiming to avoid a repeat of the close 2018 race. The Club for Growth plans to spend at least $10 million to support Cruz and is working to tie Allred to President Biden. Allred, who easily won his primary, is positioning himself as a more disciplined candidate and has already outraised Cruz. Both candidates are reaching out to the political middle, with the race expected to focus on issues like border security and bipartisanship.
US Rep. Colin Allred has secured the Democratic nomination in Texas to challenge Republican Sen. Ted Cruz in the upcoming Senate race, avoiding a primary runoff by crossing the 50% threshold. Allred, a former NFL player, has focused on health care and abortion rights and is a prolific fundraiser, outraising Cruz in the fourth quarter of 2023. His victory sets the stage for a high-stakes battle in a state where Democrats have struggled in recent statewide elections.
Rep. Colin Allred won the Democratic Senate primary in Texas and will face GOP Sen. Ted Cruz in a key matchup for control of the Senate. Allred emphasized the need for change and criticized Cruz's representation of Texas. With a focus on issues like abortion and border policies, Allred aims to challenge Cruz in a state that Democrats believe is trending in their direction. The Texas Senate race is crucial in the fight for control of the chamber, with Republicans needing a net gain of two seats.
Democratic Texas state Sen. Roland Gutierrez, known for advocating police accountability and tougher gun laws after the Uvalde school shooting, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in 2024, becoming the second Texas Democrat to challenge Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. Gutierrez's entry sets up a competitive Democratic primary in a state dominated by Republicans for decades. The primary opponent, Rep. Colin Allred, has already raised over $6 million for his campaign. Both candidates are likely to highlight Cruz's controversial actions, including voting against certifying President Joe Biden's victory and leaving Texas during a deadly winter storm.
Texas state Senator Roland Gutierrez has announced his bid for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Ted Cruz, becoming the second prominent Democrat to challenge the Republican incumbent. Gutierrez criticized Cruz and other Republicans for neglecting rural Texas communities and prioritizing the interests of the wealthy. He will face Rep. Colin Allred in the Democratic primary, while the Cruz campaign seeks to portray both Gutierrez and Allred as too liberal for the state. Democrats have not won a statewide election in Texas since 1994 and have not represented Texas in the U.S. Senate since 1993.