A recent survey indicates that the Texas Senate race is closely contested between state Rep. James Talarico (D) and state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). The New York Times/Siena poll, released on June 30, 2026, shows both candidates nearly tied, with each receiving 47 percent support from likely voters in Texas.
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Texas Senate Race Poll Shows Close Contest
A New York Times/Siena poll shows the Texas Senate race is highly competitive, with state Rep. James Talarico and state Attorney General Ken Paxton both receiving 47 percent support from likely voters. The survey was released on June 30, 2026.
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