New York Times/Siena poll shows Talarico and Paxton tied at 47% in Texas Senate race.
A New York Times/Siena College poll released Tuesday shows Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton deadlocked at 47% each in the U.S. Senate race to replace Sen. John Cornyn. The poll reveals demographic splits, with Talarico leading among Hispanic, women, young, and independent voters, while Paxton leads among White, male, and older voters. A University of Texas poll shows Paxton ahead 43-42%.
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This event sits in the top 2% of divergence this week. 2 outlets covered it, splitting into 2 framing camps across 1 bias group.
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The Washington Times presents a deadlocked race with demographic breakdowns suggesting Democratic opportunity, while Breitbart frames the same poll as evidence of Talarico's collapsed lead and characterizes him in hostile personal terms.
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“Talarico, Paxton deadlocked in new poll as Democrats eye historic Texas Senate upset”
“Nolte: James 'God Is Non-binary' Talarico Loses Lead in TX Senate Race”
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