2026 U.S. Senate race
Which Senate candidate matches you?
Texas has two U.S. senators, and one seat is up for election in 2026. Answer a few questions to see whose positions line up with yours, drawn from Texas Tribune reporting.
Meet the candidates
Democrat
James Talarico
Currently serving his fourth term in the Texas House, representing parts of North Austin. Former teacher and current seminary student.
Republican
Ken Paxton
Has served as Texas attorney general since 2015. Previously served in the Texas House and Texas Senate, representing the McKinney area in North Texas.