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Talarico raises over $3M in 24 hours after Texas runoff
politics4 days ago

Talarico raises over $3M in 24 hours after Texas runoff

Democrat James Talarico’s campaign says it raised more than $3 million in the first 24 hours after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton emerged as his Republican opponent in the U.S. Senate race, marking his largest single-day haul and signaling strong fundraising momentum as he aims to flip Texas for Democrats. The party is buoyed by a $27 million cash-on-hand total from Q1, while Paxton’s campaign reported about $2.2 million in the same period.

Trump-backed Paxton faces off against Cornyn in Texas Senate runoff
politics6 days ago

Trump-backed Paxton faces off against Cornyn in Texas Senate runoff

Texans are voting in a Republican U.S. Senate runoff between Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent John Cornyn, a contest intensified by Donald Trump’s late endorsement of Paxton and a costly ad war. The winner advances to the November race against Democrat James Talarico, while the day’s runoff also decides Democratic U.S. House nominees in Dallas, Houston and a San Antonio-area district.

Texas Runoffs Set the Stage as Paxton Faces Cornyn and Key House Contests Decide November
politics6 days ago

Texas Runoffs Set the Stage as Paxton Faces Cornyn and Key House Contests Decide November

Texas voters head to runoff elections to settle the March 3 primaries, including a high-profile U.S. Senate contest where Trump-endorsed Ken Paxton challenges incumbent John Cornyn, plus 17 U.S. House runoffs and several statewide races (Attorney General, Lt. Governor, Railroad Commissioner, and Court of Criminal Appeals). Polls close 8:00 p.m. ET (9:00 p.m. MT in far West Texas); 270toWin provides live results and context as results come in.

"Texas Runoff Elections: Key Races and Early Leads"
politics2 years ago

"Texas Runoff Elections: Key Races and Early Leads"

Rep. Tony Gonzales narrowly won the GOP primary runoff in Texas's 23rd District against pro-gun YouTuber Brandon Herrera, securing 50.7% of the vote. Gonzales, who has supported bipartisan measures, faces Democrat Santos Limon in the general election. The close race highlights divisions within House Republicans. In another Texas race, Jay Furman won the GOP primary runoff in the 28th District and will challenge indicted Democrat Henry Cuellar in November.

"Figures and Dobson Set for Historic Showdown in Alabama's Redrawn District 2"
politics2 years ago

"Figures and Dobson Set for Historic Showdown in Alabama's Redrawn District 2"

Shomari Figures and Caroleene Dobson emerged as the Democratic and Republican nominees, respectively, in the primary runoff for Alabama's redrawn 2nd Congressional District. Figures, a former Obama administration staffer, defeated Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels, while Dobson, a first-time candidate, bested former state senator Dick Brewbaker. The new map presents a chance for Democrats to flip a Republican seat, with Figures aiming to become the second Black lawmaker and second Democrat in Alabama's seven-member congressional delegation.

"Texas Primary Upheaval: Impact on Abbott, Paxton, and Phelan"
politics2 years ago

"Texas Primary Upheaval: Impact on Abbott, Paxton, and Phelan"

Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan's decision to support the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton has led to a primary runoff against Paxton-backed challenger David Covey, putting Phelan's political career and speakership at risk. The outcome reflects the growing influence of the far-right wing of the Republican Party, with Covey benefiting from support by prominent figures such as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and former President Donald Trump. The runoff promises to be an expensive, high-profile contest that will reshape the political dynamics of the Texas House, with Phelan's strength as a candidate being tested against the concerted campaign to oust him.

"Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Faces Runoff Challenge from Trump-Backed David Covey"
politics2 years ago

"Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Faces Runoff Challenge from Trump-Backed David Covey"

Republican Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan is headed to a primary runoff against challenger David Covey, endorsed by state Attorney General Ken Paxton and former President Donald Trump. Phelan's leadership and support for impeachment proceedings against Paxton have led to a fierce political revenge campaign, with Paxton endorsing challengers in over 30 House races and successfully ousting several incumbents. The runoff represents a blow to Phelan, as Paxton's efforts aim to push the conservative chamber further to the right. Additionally, Paxton faces ongoing legal issues, including felony securities fraud charges and a federal probe, while also targeting other Republicans in the primaries.

politics2 years ago

Mississippi Primary Runoff Election 2023: Live Results and County Races

Six Mississippi House seats will have runoff elections today as no candidate in the August 8 primaries received 50% of the vote. Two House incumbents and four other House seats will select party nominees. No runoffs were needed for state Senate seats or statewide posts, but there will be additional runoff elections for multiple county posts. Results will begin trickling in after polls close at 7 p.m.