Texas Election Results: March 2026
“Texas is ‘primed to turn blue,’ and urged the party to remain united, ‘because this is bigger than any one person,'” stated Jasmine Crockett, reflecting the optimism among Democrats following the primary elections.
In a notable victory, James Talarico won the Democratic Senate primary with 52.8% of the votes, while Jasmine Crockett garnered 45.9%. This marks a significant moment for the Democratic Party, which has not seen a U.S. Senate seat win in Texas in over 30 years.
On the Republican side, John Cornyn received 41.9% of the votes in his primary, closely followed by Ken Paxton with 40.7%. The results set the stage for a competitive general election in November, where Talarico will face either Cornyn or Paxton.
In the gubernatorial race, Greg Abbott secured a commanding victory in the Republican primary with 81.8% of the votes, while Gina Hinojosa won the Democratic primary with 58.8%. Hinojosa expressed her determination, saying, “I’ve never been afraid of Greg Abbott and I’m certainly not afraid of him now.”
Early voting turnout for the Democratic primary was reported to be more than double that of the past two election cycles, indicating a growing engagement among voters. However, issues of voter suppression were noted in Dallas and Williamson counties, raising concerns about the electoral process.
Looking ahead, the Texas primary runoff election is scheduled for May 26, 2026, which could further shape the political landscape as candidates prepare for the general election.
The enthusiasm among younger voters was highlighted by Talarico, who remarked, “The number of young people who showed up to vote in this election is unprecedented.” This trend could play a crucial role in the upcoming elections.
As the political climate in Texas continues to evolve, both parties are gearing up for a pivotal election season, with the stakes higher than ever.
