Republican Don Huffines leads Sarah Eckhardt 47% to 46% for comptroller in the poll conducted September 25 through October 5. The results indicate that several Republican incumbents are in jeopardy due to numerous matchups remaining in statistical ties across the state's 2026 races.
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Democrats Lead 5 of 6 Texas State Races in UT Poll
US Politics7 days ago
James Talarico holds 50% of likely voter support against Ken Paxton's 47% for the US Senate seat in a survey by the Texas Politics Project at the University of Texas. Gina Hinojosa leads Governor Greg Abbott 49% to 48%, while Vikki Goodwin is ahead of Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick 49% to 46%. Democratic candidates also hold narrow leads for attorney general, where Nathan Johnson leads Mayes Middleton 48% to 47%, and railroad commissioner, with Jon Rosenthal leading Bo French 47% to 46%.
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