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The state party claims crossover votes by Democrats and independents infringe on Republicans鈥� freedom of association under the First Amendment. Disability advocates argue the move to require party registration would discourage political participation.

Pedra Geter filed to challenge Dallas County Precinct 4 commissioner Elba Garcia in the March 3 Democratic primary election, but Texas election code requires candidates to prove felony charges were pardoned to hold public office 鈥� which Geter did not.

Lawmakers worked this year to address Texas' property taxes by increasing the tax break homeowners get on their property 鈥� and new proposals have already been made for the 2027 legislative session.

Texans will elect a new attorney general next year for the first time in over a decade. The office handles legal matters impacting everyday life and, currently, plays a leading role in the conservative movement.

Texas Majority PAC and the Texas Democratic Party recruited 104 candidates to fill uncontested races. Gov. Greg Abbott鈥檚 strategist said it amounts to a gimmick 鈥渋f they don鈥檛 back it up with serious resources.鈥�

The Fort Worth Democrat had filed to challenge GOP incumbent Tim O鈥橦are just before last week鈥檚 deadline to get on the 2026 ballot. His withdrawal gives Commissioner Alisa Simmons a clear path to the Democratic nomination.

The primary between predecessor and successor arose from a combination of redistricting and the entry of Rep. Jasmine Crockett into the U.S. Senate race, which prompted Allred to drop out.

Crockett had higher name recognition and an overwhelming edge among Black voters, while Talarico kept her margin to single digits through greater support among white and Latino voters.

From the Texas battle for U.S. Senate to who's running to be the state's next governor, here are the key races 鈥� and candidates 鈥� to be watching as we head into 2026.

The 2026 primary, held in March, includes county, state and national offices.

The decision will make Dallas County the largest jurisdiction in the U.S. where ballots are hand-counted. Voters will still be able to vote at any countywide vote center during early voting.

The Democrat is seeking county office after state lawmakers adopted a new congressional map that drew him out of his district.