2026 U.S. Senate race

Which candidate for Senate aligns with you?

Texas has two U.S. senators, and one seat is up for election in 2026. Answer a few questions to see which candidate’s positions line up with yours, drawn from Texas Tribune reporting.

Meet the candidates

James Talarico

Democrat

James Talarico

Currently serving his fourth term in the Texas House, representing parts of North Austin. Former teacher and current seminary student.

Ken Paxton

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.

Bob Daemmrich for The Texas Tribune and Michael Cavazos for The Texas Tribune