POLITICS
Texas Senate Race: Talarico Leads Paxton in Latest Polls
Multiple polls released ahead of the Texas U.S. Senate election show Democratic candidate James Talarico leading Republican Ken Paxton, though results vary by pollster. A Texas Southern University poll shows Talarico ahead 49% to 47%, while a 254 Labs/YouGov Blue poll shows a wider 51% to 43% lead for Talarico.
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Democratic outlets highlight Talarico's consistent polling advantage across multiple surveys, suggesting momentum for the Democratic candidate in Texas.
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Newsweek notes the race remains competitive with polls showing Talarico and Paxton nearly tied, emphasizing uncertainty one week before Election Day and noting Democrats' strength in early voting among primary voters.