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Texas Senate Race Tightens: Cornyn Faces Paxton, Hunt

2/27/2026

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Summary

Cornyn's Tough Race

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) faces challenges from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R-TX) and Congressman Wesley Hunt (R-TX) on March 3, 2026.
Polls show a tight race: Paxton 36%, Cornyn 34%, Hunt 26%.
If no candidate surpasses 50%, a runoff will be held on May 26, 2026.
U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) and State Representative James Talarico (D-TX) vie to energize younger voters ahead of the November 2026 election.

History

Historical Context

Since George W. Bush's election as Texas governor in 1994, the Republican Party has dominated state politics, winning 52% of the gubernatorial vote. Currently, incumbent Senator John Cornyn faces a primary challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton, reflecting a divide between traditional Republicans and hardline conservatives. This election could significantly impact Texas's political landscape ahead of the 2026 elections.

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Cornyn's Tough Race

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) faces challenges from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R-TX) and Congressman Wesley Hunt (R-TX) on March 3, 2026.
Polls show a tight race: Paxton 36%, Cornyn 34%, Hunt 26%.
If no candidate surpasses 50%, a runoff will be held on May 26, 2026.
U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) and State Representative James Talarico (D-TX) vie to energize younger voters ahead of the November 2026 election.

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