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politics6 days ago

Talarico bets on cross-aisle coalition to flip Texas Senate

Texas Democrat James Talarico is betting he can flip the U.S. Senate seat by building a broad coalition, courting disaffected Republicans and independents, and emphasizing a record of cross‑partisan work on taxes, education, housing, and energy. He’s riding a strong fundraising surge and internal polls that show him ahead of Ken Paxton, while Paxton’s camp and Trump allies launch aggressive attacks. The race hinges on converting Cornyn supporters and expanding turnout, with analysts noting Texas remains a challenging but potentially decisive battleground in 2026.

via Politico|
#fundraising#paxton#politics
Democrats Defy Odds, Secure Senate Wins in Trump States
politics1 year ago

Democrats Defy Odds, Secure Senate Wins in Trump States

The 2024 election saw a notable increase in split-ticket voting, with Democrats winning Senate seats in states carried by Donald Trump, such as Michigan, Nevada, and Wisconsin. This trend marks a shift from previous elections where states typically voted for the same party in both presidential and Senate races. Despite the increase in split-ticket outcomes, the correlation between presidential and Senate race margins remains high, indicating that most voters still align with one party. Factors like incumbency and candidate quality contributed to Democrats' success in these close races.

via ABC News|
#2024election#democrats#donaldtrump
Michigan Election 2024: Key Results and Updates
politics1 year ago

Michigan Election 2024: Key Results and Updates

As of early Wednesday morning, with 77% of votes counted in Michigan, former President Donald Trump is leading Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential race, with 52.5% to 45.8% of the vote. In the U.S. Senate race, Republican Mike Rogers is ahead of Democrat Elissa Slotkin, holding 50.8% to 46.3%. The state is on track to surpass the 2020 presidential election turnout of 5.5 million voters.

via MLive.com|
#donaldtrump#election2024#kamalaharris
2024 Election Forecasts: Predictions, Polls, and Scenarios
politics1 year ago

2024 Election Forecasts: Predictions, Polls, and Scenarios

538's final forecasts for the 2024 election indicate a highly competitive political landscape. The presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is a virtual toss-up, with Harris having a 50% chance and Trump 49%. The U.S. House is also closely contested, with Democrats having a slight edge at 51% to control it. However, Republicans are heavily favored to win the Senate with a 92% chance. The forecasts highlight the uncertainty and potential for polling errors, suggesting a wide range of possible outcomes.

via ABC News|
#2024election#538forecast#politics