Democrat James Talarico, a state lawmaker, and Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton are closely matched in the Texas Senate race, as indicated by a recent poll. The Hill/Emerson College Polling survey, released on September 17, 2026, shows that 47 percent of state voters support Talarico, while 46 percent favor Paxton. The poll reflects the competitive nature of the race with less than seven weeks remaining until Election Day.
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Talarico and Paxton in close race according to Texas Senate poll
A recent poll indicates that Democrat James Talarico and Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton are in a tight race for the Texas Senate seat. The Hill/Emerson College Polling survey shows Talarico with 47 percent support and Paxton with 46 percent, just weeks before the election.
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