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In tight Senate race between Paxton and Talarico, Republicans say President Trump is welcomed
By Jack Fink at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 28, 2026
· 5 min read
New polls show the Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remains very tight with four months until the November midterm election. Looking at the four most recent independent polls between June 1 and 21st, they show Paxton ahead of Talarico by a hair-splitting...
Key takeaway Looking at the four most recent independent polls between June 1 and 21st, they show Paxton ahead of Talarico by a hair-splitting 1.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The tight Senate race between Paxton and Talarico has significant implications for Southlake residents, who will be closely watching the campaign trail in the coming months. With President Trump's endorsement of Paxton, it's likely that the Republican party will pour resources into the area, potentially bringing high-profile campaign events to the Dallas-Fort Worth region. The proposed midterm convention at the American Airlines Center in Dallas could also draw thousands of Republican voters and volunteers to the area, energizing the local party base. For Southlake residents, the outcome of this election will have a direct impact on state and national policy, making it crucial to stay informed and engaged in the campaign. As the election heats up, Southlake voters can expect to see increased campaign activity and outreach efforts from both parties, making their voices and votes all the more important in the tight Senate race.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? New polls show the Texas Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remains very tight with four months until the November midterm election. Looking at the four most recent independent polls between June 1 and 21st, they show Paxton ahead of Talarico by a hair-splitting...
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