# Texas Senate Race Tightens | Lubbock News

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Podcast: [Lubbock News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lubbock-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7571537)
Published: 2026-09-15T01:22:47+00:00
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A new AARP poll shows a razor-thin race in the Texas Senate contest, with Democrat James Talarico narrowly leading Republican Ken Paxton 48% to 44%. But older voters—critical to the outcome—are strongly backing Paxton by 13 points. While inflation and everyday costs dominate concerns across all ages, seniors prioritize Social Security, Medicare, and staying independent at home. Talarico’s campaign is turning criticism from a recent GOP convention into a bold, meme-worthy strategy—with “I’m A Talafreako” merch selling out. This tight, age-divided race could hinge on which issues resonate most as Election Day nears. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.lubbockonline.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/09/14/talarico-leads-paxton-texas-senate-poll-race/91763516007/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7710efde89956e3d Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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