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Texas early voting rate is slightly behind 2018, when Beto O’Rourke challenged Ted Cruz

The first seven days of the 2026 midterm election fuel Democratic hopes but leave Republicans cautiously optimistic.

The Texas Tribune · 2h ago

In competitive North Texas Senate race, GOP candidate sheds her “ultra MAGA” label

In a district Trump won by 17 points, Republican Leigh Wambsganss no longer describes herself as ultra-MAGA in her rematch with Democrat Taylor Rehmet.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 14

With voters squeezed by high costs, Texas candidates race to claim affordability mantle

If not carefully vetted, candidates’ proposals to lower costs could exacerbate future affordability issues, experts say.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 3

What role Texas and its politicians could play in 2024 presidential election season

DALLAS — Just when you thought you were free of ubiquitous political campaigns — and their television commercials, text messages, direct mail and constant news coverage — the 2024 presidential election season is underway.

Tribune News Service · Nov 13, 2022

Greg Abbott using New York Mayor Eric Adams as foil to rally Texas conservatives

DALLAS — Just months away from voters’ decision on whether to retain or fire him, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has found a new foil to help him rally his conservative base and turn back Democrat Beto O’Rourke in November.

Tribune News Service · Aug 15, 2022