Could 2026 rewrite Texas politics? 14 key races we’re watching in Nov. 3 midterm election

Republicans and Democrats are focusing on 14 key races in the upcoming Texas midterm election. Officials believe voter turnout in the U.S. Senate race could significantly influence down-ballot results.
Both Republicans and Democrats acknowledge that turnout for Talarico in the U.S. Senate race could also sway other races down ballot.
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