Class 2 seat. OPEN — John Cornyn (R) lost primary to Ken Paxton. First Texas incumbent senator to lose renomination since 1970.
Candidates
D
James Talarico
State Representative. Former public school teacher running on education and infrastructure.
L
Daniel Mark Sims
Libertarian candidate.
L
Ted Brown
Libertarian Party candidate.
R
Ken Paxton
Won Primary
Won May 26, 2026 primary runoff over 4-term incumbent John Cornyn. State Attorney General.