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Marist Poll Tightens Texas Senate and Governor Races

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  • Democrats James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa lead Republicans in recent Texas polls.
  • Marist Poll (Sept. 17-20) gave Talarico 50% vs Ken Paxton 44% and Hinojosa 49% vs Greg Abbott 46%.
  • Independents backed Talarico 55% and Hinojosa 52%.
  • Nevertheless, 52% think Ken Paxton will win the Senate and 68% expect Greg Abbott’s reelection.
  • Cook Political Report now rates the Senate race a toss-up and the governor race likely Republican.