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Talarico leads Paxton by 5 points in new poll of Texas' U.S. Senate race

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Gabby Birenbaum, Texas Tribune, as published by Houston Public Media · July 28, 2026 · 1 min read

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S. Senate race. The poll shows a lead for one candidate, with a margin of 5 points.

The lead is attributed to strong support from certain voter groups. Independents are backing the candidate with a significant majority. Additionally, the candidate is performing well among non-college-educated voters, a group that typically favors Republicans.

Further details about the poll and its findings are available from Houston Public Media. S. Senate race in Texas.

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Category: government · Published: July 28, 2026 · Source: Houston Public Media · Reading time: 1 min

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Talarico leads Paxton by 5 points in new poll of Texas' U.S. Senate race

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