Abbott’s lead over Hinojosa in Texas governor’s race narrows

Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s lead over Democrat Gina Hinojosa in the governor’s race has narrowed, according to a new poll.

Talarico holds slim lead over Paxton in new poll as Election Day approaches

Democrat James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Republican Ken Paxton in the race for U.S. Senate as Election Day nears, according to a new poll.

Texas judge orders depositions in transgender mailers case
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A Travis County judge has ordered two companies to answer questions as the Transgender Education Network of Texas works to identify who sent millions of controversial mailers and text messages using the organization’s name and materials.

Fight to identify mailers of Texas transgender informational pamphlets taken to court

A Travis County judge has ruled that attorneys for the Transgender Education Network can question the people behind the mystery mailers that have created a lot of anger and confusion in Texas just days before the midterm elections.

Polls, Strategy & Election Stakes| Battleground Texas
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A closer look at shifting Texas polls, candidate strategies and the voters who could shape the midterm elections.

FULL: President Trump speaks during midterm rally in Lubbock
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President Donald Trump hosted his second of two Texas rallies in Lubbock on Tuesday night, where he continued his push to get voters to choose Republicans in the upcoming midterm election. 

Trump returns to Texas in effort to boost Paxton's Senate campaign

President Donald Trump returned Tuesday to Texas, making campaign stops in an effort to keep the Lone Star State on the Republican side in next week's midterm election.

Grand Prairie ISD faces lawsuit alleging Title IX violations over canceled play

Grand Prairie ISD has been sued by the parents of a female after the district attempted to remove her from a traditionally male role in a production of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ before canceling the musical altogether.

FULL: President Trump speech at GOP midterm rally in Texas
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President Donald Trump returned Tuesday to Texas to boost support for Attorney General Ken Paxton's campaign for Senate. In Corpus Christi, Trump told the crowd that things would "change very quickly" if Paxton doesn't win. Early voting in Texas runs through Oct. 30.

Texas political leaders debate Donald Trump visits as midterm races tighten

RNC Chair Joe Gruters and Texas Democratic Chair Kendall Scudder debate whether repeated Texas visits by Donald Trump and heavy GOP spending signal tight statewide races or routine midterm turnout efforts.

Rallies, Strategy & the Turnout Fight | Battleground Texas
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A deep dive into the Texas elections with insights on candidate strategies, Trump rallies, and the critical voter turnout as Election Day approaches.

FULL: Alexis Nungaray joins Trump on stage in Texas
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Alexis Nungaray, mother of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, joins former President Donald Trump on stage during a midterm campaign rally in Corpus Christi, Texas. Addressing the crowd, Nungaray expresses gratitude to Trump for keeping her daughter’s memory alive, reflects on the devastating loss caused by border enforcement failures, and issues an urgent call to action for voters to protect American families and make their voices heard at the ballot box.

RNC Chair Joe Gruters on Texas Races & 2026 Midterms
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RNC Chairman Joe Gruters discusses GOP turnout, Trump's Texas rallies, and competitive races for Senate and governor one week before the 2026 midterms.

Texas Democratic Chair Kendall Scudder on 2026 Midterms
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Texas Democratic Party Chair Kendall Scudder discusses the Paxton-Talarico race, GOP campaign spending, and working-class outreach one week from election day.

Economy remains top issue as Talarico, Paxton remain locked in tight race

James Talarico has a slight lead in the U.S. Senate race based on the latest Emerson College poll, but the race remains extremely close.

Trump to campaign in Lubbock and Corpus Christi as Texas Senate race tightens

Donald Trump will visit Corpus Christi and Lubbock on Tuesday, Oct. 27, holding two midterm campaign rallies as Republicans target key Texas races.

Key Candidates & Issues | Battleground Texas
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Battleground Texas has a discussion on the Texas gubernatorial race, early voting trends, and the impact of key political figures like Greg Abbott and James Talarico on the upcoming elections.