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Abbott, Talarico Lead as Texas Races Lose 'Solid Republican' Label

Several new polls show Gov. Greg Abbott and state Sen. James Talarico leading in their respective races.

Published Aug 31, 2026, 8:37 AM EDT | WFMZZ

Several new polls show Gov. Greg Abbott leading in the race for governor and state Sen. James Talarico leading in the U.S. Senate contest. Those results mean the contests are no longer being viewed as solidly Republican.