Texas general election matchups are finally set. Here's what you need to know
The Texas general election matchups have been finalized, with Attorney General Ken Paxton defeating incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the primary runoff. Paxton will face Democrat James Talarico in a competitive Senate race that has garnered significant financial backing. The outcome of the election may hinge on voter turnout, as both parties aim to mobilize their supporters.
- ▪Ken Paxton won the Republican Senate primary runoff against John Cornyn.
- ▪He will compete against Democrat James Talarico in the upcoming general election.
- ▪The Texas Senate race is currently the second most expensive in the country, with over $108 million spent.
- ▪Voter turnout will be crucial for both parties in the November election.
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Elections Texas general election matchups are finally set. Here's what you need to know May 27, 20265:00 AM ET By Megan Pratz Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton speaks at an election night watch party held by the Lone Star Liberty PAC Tuesday in Plano, Texas. Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, in a Senate primary runoff election and will face Democrat James Talarico in the November general election. Stewart F. House/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Stewart F. House/Getty Images Stay up to date with our Politics newsletter, sent weekly. President Trump's stamp was all over Tuesday's Texas primary runoff results as his pick for Republican Senate nominee, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, toppled Sen.
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