The real Michigan radical While Abdul El-Sayed works to unite Democrats, the GOP nominee is embracing dangerous parts of the MAGA agenda Salon · Aug 11
Who will control the US Senate in 2026? Nine races to watch Nine US Senate races are emerging as critical contests for party control. Democrats see an opening as President Trump's approval ratings weaken significantly. North Carolina, Maine, Michigan, and Ohio offer the clearest paths to a Democratic majority. Alaska, Iowa, and Texas could become essential if the party loses ground elsewhere.… The Economic Times · Aug 10
Ken Paxton heckled over cheating allegations during campaign stop Opponents of the Texas Republican have consistently brought up past allegations that he cheated on his wife, used his position to enrich himself and more The Independent UK · Aug 10
Houston Has 2M Latino Voters — And Most of Them Aren't Showing Up. That Could Decide the Texas Senate Race Harris County has Texas' largest Latino population, but low turnout and affordability concerns could decide the tight Talarico-Paxton Senate race. Latin Times · Aug 7
Most polls have Talarico ahead of Paxton in the U.S. Senate race We're tracking all major polls in the U.S. Senate race to give Texans a fuller picture of where this race is headed. Paxton has been consistently trailing in the polls, but the margins are tight. The Texas Tribune · Aug 7
‘What’s your choice between a Republican and a crazy person?’ Insiders dish on midterm prospects after Michigan ANALYSIS: The contentious primary in Michigan makes Republicans giddy at the prospect of picking up disaffected Haley Stevens supporters not enthused about a progressive like Abdul El-Sayed. But, Eric Garcia writes, they are increasingly worried about Texas The Independent UK · Aug 6
At the Races: Crossing lines Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari and Mary Ellen McIntire Poll after poll suggests Americans are deeply split along partisan lines on most… Roll Call · Aug 6
James Talarico rolls out economic agenda that takes aim at “false Gospel of trickle-down economics” Like his U.S. Senate rival, Ken Paxton, the Austin state lawmaker introduced a plan to address what he called an “affordability crisis.” But they differed on who is to blame for rising costs. The Texas Tribune · Aug 6
Report: James Talarico Voted Using Parents' Address After Accusing Rival Ken Paxton of Voter Fraud The investigation, which reviewed Travis County records, found James Talarico bought a home in June 2022 but did not change his voter registration address for more than two years. Latin Times · Aug 5
Sean Hannity questions Fox News’ own poll that shows Democrat leading race for Texas Senate seat Recent polls show Talarico narrowly leading Ken Paxton in Texas or have the two candidates tied The Independent UK · Aug 5
Texas' Senators Have Been Republicans For Decades. Now Polls Show A Democrat In The Lead Democrat James Talarico is in the lead in the Texas Senate race, according to three recent polls. International Business Times · Aug 4
Most Black Texas voters back Talarico over Paxton, poll finds, despite Senate primary tensions In the survey released Tuesday, just 7% of Black Texans who voted in recent elections said they are less likely to vote in November due to Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Democratic primary loss. The Texas Tribune · Aug 4
GOP senators view Trump as a drag on their political chances – as even Texas Senate seat could be in play: reports Senators reportedly fear that the president’s push for voter ID laws and a ‘slush fund’ could harm Republican candidates The Independent UK · Aug 4
Ballotpedia · Aug 3 Prediction markets approach $200 million in wagered contracts on midterm elections Welcome to the Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, Brew.
Ballotpedia · Jul 31 Prediction markets approach $200 million in settled contracts An NBC News analysis found that in this election cycle, approximately $200 million has been wagered in prediction markets, where users have bet on election outcomes across the country.
The Independent UK · Jul 31 Trump ignored warnings and betrayed a Texas Republican. That personal vendetta could cost him the Senate ANALYSIS: Trump’s decision to throw John Cornyn and Thom Tillis under the bus might cost him for the remainder of his presidency, Eric Garcia writes. Worse, he refuses to learn from the mistake
The Texas Tribune · Jul 31 Ken Paxton unveils economic plan centered on tax breaks in U.S. Senate race The Republican attorney general is starting a tour next week to promote the plan, which would create new housing and healthcare tax write-offs.
International Business Times UK · Jul 30 Ken Paxton Slammed Over Shocking Plea Deal Allowing Accused Repeat Child Sex Offender One Day in Jail A plea deal offering a one-day jail sentence for a child abuse case has sparked bipartisan outrage against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, impacting his Senate race.
The Independent UK · Jul 29 Texas senator who Trump betrayed exacts his revenge over Todd Blanche nomination ANALYSIS: Trump humiliated John Cornyn in the worst possible way. Now, Eric Garcia writes, the Texan has the chance to turn the tables
Texas Observer · Jul 29 In Congress, Christian Menefee Says He’s Fighting for ‘the Least, the Last, and the Lost’ The latest politician to represent H-Town’s historic 18th Congressional District talks about his recent primary against Al Green, ICE, voting rights, and the U.S. Senate race.
Latin Times · Jul 29 New Poll Shows A Dramatic Shift in Latino Voters in Texas Between Ken Paxton and James Talarico A new Texas poll suggests Latino voters are moving sharply toward Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico, marking one of the biggest demographic shifts in the state's closely watched Senate race against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Salon · Jul 29 Talarico leads Paxton in new poll The poll found the Austin Democrat with a surprising edge
Salon · Jul 28 Talarico: Paxton committed voter fraud ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that the attorney general may have broken state law
The Texas Tribune · Jul 28 Talarico leads Paxton by 5 points in new poll of Texas’ U.S. Senate race The poll found the Austin Democrat with a commanding lead among independents and a surprising edge with non-college-educated voters, who have consistently favored Republicans.