Texas 2026 midterms: Democrats unseat Abbott, Paxton in historic upsets

In the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, Democrats achieved unexpected victories in Texas, with Gina Hinojosa defeating incumbent Governor Greg Abbott and James Talarico unseating Attorney General Ken Paxton. The results signal a significant political shift in a traditionally Republican stronghold, though the full national implications remain unclear as results continue to be tallied.

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