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Texas Democrats’ 2026 Senate primary could reshape U.S. power balance

A divisive Democratic primary could hand the GOP an edge—or spark a Texas upset. The stakes? Nothing less than the Senate’s future.

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2025 December 13 . 7:54 PM

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Texas Democrats’ 2026 Senate primary could reshape U.S. power balance

The battle for control of the U.S. Senate in 2026 could hinge on Texas, where Democrats face a tricky primary choice. Their decision may shape not just the state’s race but also the Republican Party's broader chances of retaining the chamber. Republicans, meanwhile, see an opening if progressive Rep. Jasmine Crockett becomes the nominee.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a vocal progressive, is currently the frontrunner in Texas’s Democratic Senate primary. Her high profile has made her a target, with the Republican Party viewing her as the easiest opponent to defeat. Another candidate, State Rep. James Talarico, is also in the running, but the field has already seen one major departure: former Rep. Colin Allred, who opted out over concerns about a divisive primary fight.

Texas’s Democratic primary will play a key role in the 2026 Senate battle. The party’s nominee could either strengthen their chances or hand the Republican Party an advantage. With control of the Senate at stake, the race will have far-reaching consequences for both parties.