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Paxton, Talarico locked in dead heat for Texas Senate: Poll
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sarah Davis and The Hill , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News
· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway For more details on the Texas Senate race and the latest poll results, readers can refer to the original report from ValleyCentral.
A recent poll shows a tight contest in the Texas Senate race. With less than three months to go before the midterm election, the candidates are virtually tied. The poll, released on Thursday, indicates a dead heat between the two contenders.
Further information about the poll and its findings can be found through local news sources. For more details on the Texas Senate race and the latest poll results, readers can refer to the original report from ValleyCentral.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News ·
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