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These are the most competitive November races up and down Texas’ midterm ballot

Texas has an unusually large slate of competitive races for the state Legislature and U.S. House this year. Here’s our list of contests to watch.

The Texas Tribune · 21h ago

South Carolina voters will decide whether to maintain or break the Republican state legislative supermajority

Welcome to the Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · 21h ago

Tribune’s sample ballot tool now includes local elections for 16 million Texas voters

The updated 2026 election ballot tool is a major expansion and part of The Texas Tribune's mission to help Texans shape the future.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 5

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Paxton ally opposes Talarico’s request to unseal AG’s depositions from investing dispute

Talarico’s campaign in August asked the court to unseal a pair of years-old depositions Paxton sat for, arguing the transcripts are “of immense public importance.”

The Texas Tribune · Oct 2

Republicans are spending big to boost Ken Paxton on the airwaves, but not in Spanish

Nearly 7 in 10 Latino voters said in a recent statewide survey that when they see a political candidate on Spanish-language media, it “makes me feel they want to earn my vote.”

The Texas Tribune · Oct 2

Miller, Strickland compete for Georgia attorney general office Republicans have held since 2011

Tanya Miller (D) and Brian Strickland (R) are running in the general election for attorney general of Georgia on Nov. 3. Incumbent Chris Carr (R) ran for governor of Georgia.

Ballotpedia · Oct 1

Senate GOP smashing political spending records in Texas with ad-buying binge for Ken Paxton

With the Senate GOP majority hinging on a red Texas, Republicans spent an eye-popping $122 million in September to support nominee Ken Paxton. But the polls have hardly budged.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 1

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Paxton Caught on Tape: "The Convention Dropped Our Numbers" — Talarico Surges Ahead in Texas

Leaked audio catches Ken Paxton saying the GOP convention hurt his numbers as James Talarico leads by up to 6 points in the most competitive Texas Senate race in decades.

Latin Times · Oct 1

Democrats have won 13 previously Republican-held state legislative seats in special elections since Trump took office

Welcome to the Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Oct 1

Flock Cameras Face Senate Hearing After Woman Spent 13 Days in Jail When AI Wrongly Matched Her Car

Flock's nationwide automated licence-plate camera network faced scrutiny at a US Senate hearing after data helped identify a Florida woman whose charges were later dropped.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Texas comptroller 2026: Who is running and what to know

Republican Don Huffines and Democrat Sarah Eckhardt are among the candidates vying to become the state’s chief financial officer. Here’s a look at where the field stands.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 29

Republicans see warning signs for Paxton in the Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs

The area’s Republican voters are typically reliable, but Paxton’s political baggage has some contemplating skipping his race or voting for the Democrat.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 24

Texas Latinos are Ditching the GOP. Republicans' 30-year Winning Streak May Not Survive It

Latino voters, an AI data-center backlash and GOP infighting are reshaping Texas's tightest races in decades. Here's what the polls show.

Latin Times · Sep 22

Does Joe Rogan Care Who Wins the Texas Senate Race?

An exhaustive accounting of the Austin podcast giant's thoughts (and lack thereof) on James Talarico, Ken Paxton, and the electoral contest between them

Texas Observer · Sep 22

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Ballotpedia · Sep 22

This year's congressional primaries drew the most candidates since 2014

Welcome to the Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, Brew.

The Guardian - US · Sep 20

‘People are pissed off’: anger at the elite and the establishment is fueling this year’s midterms

Coming midterm elections are starting to be framed not as right versus left but instead the ‘well-fed versus the fed-up’

The Guardian - US · Sep 19

Revenge of the labor movement: Democrats with union backgrounds aim to retake Congress

Meet the candidates with labor ties vying for Senate and House seats in midterm races. Most of the nominees are Democrats as the party looks to rebuild support among working-class voters

Ballotpedia · Sep 16

Voters in six states are deciding on nine income or wealth tax measures this year — the most since 2000

Welcome to the Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, Brew.

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Ballotpedia · Sep 15

U.S. House primary candidacies increased in three states after new maps reopened filing deadlines

Welcome to the Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, Brew.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Will Mitch McConnell Return to the Senate Today? Kentucky Republican Faces Resignation Calls After Three-Month Absence

The Senate has reconvened without Mitch McConnell, who has been absent since a June fall. His office remains silent as criticism mounts over his health and future.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

McConnell Helped Rewrite Kentucky's Senate Vacancy Law, Now His Empty Seat Is Testing It

McConnell has missed 60 Senate votes after his June fall, raising questions about what happens if his seat becomes vacant before January 2027

The Economic Times · Sep 14

US Senate Republicans release new crypto bill text ahead of critical vote

US Senate Republicans have released a revised version of the Clarity Act, incorporating 126 substantive changes sought by Democrats. The crypto bill faces a key procedural vote on Tuesday, but its passage remains uncertain as Democrats weigh ethics safeguards and the banking industry continues to oppose provisions allowing stablecoin rewards.

Ballotpedia · Sep 14

New York's commissioner of education was the highest-paid state executive official in 2025

Welcome to the Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, Brew.

International Business Times UK · Sep 12

Charlamagne Tha God Says Trump Administration Is Now an 'Authoritarian Regime' After FCC Threats

Charlamagne Tha God called the Trump administration an 'authoritarian regime' after Jimmy Kimmel alleged FCC pressure forced a James Talarico interview off ABC television.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 11

At Dallas convention, Texas Republicans claim credit for tax cuts, blame Democrats for high prices

With high costs top of mind, GOP candidates in competitive races tested a tightrope act: Trump’s policies are helping, but Biden is still the culprit for your gas and grocery bills.

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