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Fox News poll says Democrat James Talarico leads Ken Paxton with 51% of the vote
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway This polling result is seen as positive news for Talarico's campaign.
A recent poll by Fox News indicates that Democrat James Talarico is leading Republican Ken Paxton with 51% of the vote. This polling result is seen as positive news for Talarico's campaign. The Fox News poll follows another nonpartisan survey that also showed Talarico ahead of Paxton.
S. Senate seat. Further details about the poll and its implications for the election are available from the San Antonio Current.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 31, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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