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Talarico Leads Paxton in Texas Senate Toss-Up Poll

8/29/2026

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  • James Talarico, the Democratic Senate nominee, is campaigning against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in a toss-up race.
  • Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) will campaign down-ballot, refusing to join Talarico.
  • Crockett lost the primary to Talarico by roughly six points, 52% to 46%.
  • A Texas Public Opinion Research poll (Aug. 21-24) gave Talarico a 48%–42% lead over Paxton.
  • Talarico rebuked supporters for attacking Crockett, saying he would welcome her on the trail.