Texas Senate Race: High-Stakes Midterm Showdown

0:00In Durham, it's March 1st. Here's what is happening. Texas voters head to the polls on Tuesday for the nation's first major primary of the 2026 midterm elections with a heated U.S. Senate race stealing the spotlight. incumbent Republican Senator John Cornyn, who's held the seat since 2002, faces his biggest challenge yet from Texas Attorney General Ken, Paxton and U.S. Representative Wesley Hunt. On the Democratic side, state Representative James Tolerico competes against U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett. Campaigns have poured a record $110 million into ads alone. The highest ever for a Senate primary, according to tracking firms. Cornyn has warned supporters about the dangers of complacency in this tight contest, while Democrats eye a rare opportunity in a state they haven't. One since 1988, President Donald Trump made a last-minute stop in Texas on Friday, praising both Cornyn and Paxton at an energy event but holding off on a full.

1:03Endorsemen. Paxton, despite his long Texas tenure, brands himself a Washington outsider ready to fight the establishment. Meanwhile, Crockett picked up a big boost with an endorsement from former Vice President Kamala Harris, pitting her fiery style against Tolerico's. Focus on policy and appeal to some Republicans. With final rallies wrapping up, turnout would decide who advances to the general election, potentially shaking up national Senate control. D&N is sponsored by our partner, check out the episode description. Relax deeper, reset faster, comfort you can hear. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM