With a slim GOP House majority and redrawn maps, the cycle promises intense contests|Tony Webste|CC BY 2.0
The 2026 midterm primaries begin today, with three states voting to select nominees for November.
In Texas, Republican Sen. John Cornyn faces strong primary challengers, including Attorney General Ken Paxton and Rep. Wesley Hunt, while Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are in a tight race.
With a slim GOP House majority and redrawn maps, the cycle promises intense contests.