Texas Senate race between Paxton and Talarico could determine Senate control under Trump
Source Summary
The Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico are competing for a Texas Senate seat in a race described as having the highest stakes of any U.S. midterm election. The outcome could determine which party holds a Senate majority during Donald Trump's presidency.
Why it matters
Senate control directly affects the legislative agenda and judicial confirmations available to the sitting president.
