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State of Texas: Tight races test voters, parties and a new political map

KXAN Austin By Dylan McKim Oct 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM 3 views 0 comments

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The race for U.S. Senate is the biggest story in Texas politics, and it's getting nationwide attention. Campaign spending between Ken Paxton and James Talarico is on pace to set records, and the race appears to be tight.

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