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Senate Race Heats Up in Texas and Iowa | US News
The Senate race is heating up as Cook Political Report flips Texas and Iowa from Republican leans to toss-ups—despite both states backing Trump in 2024. In Texas, Democrat James Talarico holds steady while GOP hopeful Ken Paxton struggles with high disapproval, even underperforming typical Republicans after a costly primary. A Libertarian candidate adds uncertainty, potentially siphoning votes from Paxton. In Iowa, Democrat Josh Turek gains ground amid broader GOP struggles, fueled by economic pressures like rising fertilizer and diesel costs. Though Republicans still hold a financial edge…
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