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Jonah Goldberg: The GOP Is Becoming Anti-Conservative

Jonah Goldberg discusses the Iran war, Trump’s governing style, the rise of the populist right, and why he believes the GOP is drifting away from conservatism.

Reason

8 takeaways from the Texas, North Carolina, Arkansas primaries

The 2026 midterm elections have their first results. Here are a handful of important lessons and takeaways.

Roll Call

Masked man arrested with ammo outside party for Republican Ken Paxton after primary vote

The man arrested was making a delivery to an employee at the hotel

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Texas Senate Primary 2026: Cornyn and Paxton Head to Runoff, Talarico Wins Democratic Nod in High-Stakes Races

AUSTIN, Texas — Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn narrowly edged Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate on March 3, 2026, setting up a bruising May 26 runoff, while state Rep. James Talarico secured the Democratic nomination outright in a contest that highlighted deep intraparty…

International Business Times

Worried allies warn Trump he has to endorse Cornyn as Democrat James Talarico sweeps to victory in primary: Report

President Donald Trump has so far refrained from backing either incumbent Republican senator or MAGA challenger but may now have his hand forced following win for Democratic rising star

The Independent UK

Big money moved the needle and down-ballot chaos reigned in Texas’ action-packed primaries

Two blockbuster Senate primaries dominated attention, chaos reigned in down-ballot races and an intense runoff season looms.

The Texas Tribune

Texas warning signs: 4 takeaways from the first primaries of 2026

Voters are on the verge of sending as many as three Texas House incumbents packing.

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Multiple U.S. House members face setbacks in Texas primaries

U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Houston, was defeated and four other incumbents — Democrats and Republicans — found themselves in close races or runoffs as votes were still being counted early Wednesday.

The Texas Tribune

Incumbents prevail in Texas legislative races amid proxy battles over casinos, tort reform

The most expensive state House primaries this cycle were proxy wars over issues including casinos, tort reform and a lingering battle between establishment Republicans and more hardline conservatives.

The Texas Tribune

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales forced into runoff by Brandon Herrera amid affair scandal

The Republican primary was upended in the final days by reports that Gonzales had an affair with a former aide who died last year after setting herself on fire. He'll face Herrera in a runoff for the second straight election.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Primary Election 2026: Talarico Pulls Ahead of Crockett in Tight Democratic Senate Race, Cornyn vs Paxton Heats Up

Chaos in Texas Senate Primary: Voter confusion, potential runoffs, and record fundraising as Talarico leads Crockett. Discover the impact on Dallas County and future elections.

International Business Times UK

Abbott-Endorsed Honey-Dealer Bids Sid Adieu

After more than a decade as the state’s farmer-in-chief, the ag commish saw his GOP primary opponent announce a rare toppling of a statewide incumbent, thanks to the governor’s kingmaking.

Texas Observer

In Battle for Shriveled Soul of GOP, Congressman and YouTuber Will Face Off Again (Again)

A repeat Republican runoff sure to degrade all who participate in it, or even think of it, might create a long-shot opening for Texas Dems.

Texas Observer

James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in Texas Democratic primary as rising star looks to turn Senate seat blue

‘Tonight, the people of our state gave this country a little bit of hope,’ the rising star Democrat said

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In Texas, Crenshaw's defeat headlines some tough blows for House incumbents

Massive upheaval in state that saw six Texas Republicans calling it quits or running for other offices with several potential runoffs.

The Texas Tribune

Former state Sen. Don Huffines wins GOP primary for Texas comptroller

Huffines avoided a runoff in a big-money race against acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock and Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick to be the state’s chief financial officer.

The Texas Tribune

Mayes Middleton, Chip Roy advance to runoff for GOP attorney general nomination

With a self-funded ad surge, Middleton overcame Roy’s initial frontrunner status, taking a commanding lead but falling short of the majority needed to win outright.

The Texas Tribune

For Texas’ highest courts, two Democratic races decided, one GOP race goes to runoff

Maggie Ellis and Kristen Hawkins win Texas Supreme Court Dem primaries. John Messinger wins his GOP race for Court of Criminal Appeals, while Alison Fox and Thomas Smith head to a runoff.

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James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in blockbuster Democratic primary for U.S. Senate

The Austin Democrat’s win comes after a bitter primary that focused on which candidate’s political and electoral strategy would get the party’s first statewide victory in over 30 years.

The Independent UK

Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley win North Carolina primaries

Both politicians emerged triumphant from crowded primary fields, vying for the seat being vacated by Thom Tillis

Roll Call

In North Carolina, it's Whatley vs. Cooper for Senate

The blue-on-blue House 4th District battle reflects stark divisions within the Democratic Party, shaped by factors including age and ideology.

Roll Call

Texas GOP Senate primary heads for a May runoff as Democrats back Talarico

John Cornyn and Ken Paxton will face off again in May, while Texas Democrats nominate state Rep. James Talarico.

Roll Call

Lawmakers’ concerns grow about Americans left stranded in Mideast

The State Department did not order evacuation of nonessential personnel from most U.S. embassies in the Middle East until Monday.

Axios

GOP senator skewers Noem over DHS's lack of responsiveness

"That is stonewalling, that's a failure of leadership, and that is why I've called for your resignation," he said.

Latin Times

Jim Jordan Stands By Trump's Attacks Against Iranian Regime: 'Consistent With What The President Told The American People'

Republican Rep. Jim Jordan stood by President Donald Trump's decision to attack the Iranian regime, saying it is "consistent" with what he "told the American people."

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