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The US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas's new congressional map racially gerrymandered. The map, which favors Republicans, will remain in effect for the 2026 midterms, amid ongoing legal challenges. The decision reflects a broader trend of partisan redistricting efforts across the US.
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Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is set to run for Texas Senate, challenging incumbent John Cornyn. Her entry shifts the primary landscape, with other Democrats like James Talarico and Colin Allred also vying for the seat. The race highlights Democrats' hopes to flip Texas in 2026 amid a competitive GOP primary.
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As the 2026 Senate elections approach, Donald Trump's reluctance to endorse key Republican incumbents and his recent endorsements are reshaping the race. Trump’s opposition to certain candidates and his selective backing are complicating GOP efforts to hold the Senate, with Democrats gaining momentum through new candidate recruitment and shifting strategies.
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On February 1, 2026, Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a Texas State Senate special election in a traditionally Republican Fort Worth district by over 14 points, overturning a 17-point Trump margin from 2024. The victory signals shifting Hispanic voter support and growing Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms. Rehmet must defend the seat in November, while Republicans face challenges in Texas primaries.
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A Maricopa County judge invalidated several outdated Arizona abortion laws, citing they hinder women's autonomous decision-making. The ruling supports recent voter-backed constitutional protections for abortion rights, but the state's attorney general plans to appeal. The case highlights ongoing legal conflicts over abortion restrictions following Roe v. Wade's overturn.
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Voters in Texas began early voting for key Senate primaries on March 3, with incumbent John Cornyn facing strong challenges from pro-Trump candidates Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt. Polls show Paxton leading, but the race remains competitive, with potential runoffs and significant campaign spending shaping the outcome.
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The US midterm elections are increasingly influenced by the recent Israel-Iran conflict, with Republican divisions over foreign policy and pro-Israel lobbying impacting candidate races and party unity amid escalating regional tensions.
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Texas holds key primaries amid a competitive Senate race and national attention. Democrats aim to flip the Senate seat, while Republicans face internal challenges. The primaries reflect broader political shifts, with high spending and contentious campaigns shaping the state's future political landscape. Results expected tonight.