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The Machine, and the Messaging, That Won Texas for Democrats

5 November 2026 at 16:18
Years of organizing met a moment of voter discontent, as James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa offered Texans a vision of economic relief and political change.

Β© Haiyun Jiang/The New York Times

James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa at a campaign rally in Austin, Texas, a day before the midterm election.

As Political Ad Spending Skyrockets, Broadcast TV Remains King

1 November 2026 at 15:04
Even though marketers have increasingly shifted their dollars to other media, local stations are reaping a bonanza during these midterm elections. Nowhere is this is more evident than in Texas.

Β© Desiree Rios for The New York Times

Trump and GOP Close Midterms With Ugly Personal Attacks

31 October 2026 at 09:05
Facing backlash over inflation and anger with the president, Republicans have turned to an onslaught of baseless claims about Democratic candidates.

Β© Alex Kent/The New York Times

President Trump has repeatedly redrawn the bounds of acceptable discourse in American politics. Many Republicans are following his lead.

Talarico Makes Final Election Pitch to Texans: β€˜You Are My Slingshot’

31 October 2026 at 09:05
The Democratic candidate for Senate has led in polls. But because it’s Texas, he remains the underdog.

Β© Haiyun Jiang/The New York Times

James Talarico campaigning in Dallas on Thursday. Mr. Talarico’s race against Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, may well decide which party controls the Senate.

Bots Drive Online Chatter About Races in Kansas and Texas

27 October 2026 at 21:16
Much of the online discourse about Senate races in Texas and Kansas is coming from accounts that appear to be automated, according to new research.

Β© Meridith Kohut for The New York Times

A demonstrator in Dallas. Research shows inauthentic accounts on social media have been promoting political content in Kansas and Texas.
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