Democratic primary turnout breaking records across Texas
The Texas Tribune • • general
Key Points:
- Early voting turnout in Texas for the 2026 midterm primaries has surpassed recent midterm and presidential election years, driven primarily by high Democratic participation, with over 665,000 votes cast in the Democratic primary compared to about 594,000 in the Republican primary.
- Texas Democrats are optimistic about their chances in the upcoming midterms, buoyed by record turnout in key areas like Harris and Tarrant counties, where recent Democratic victories and increased engagement suggest strong momentum heading into November.
- The competitive Democratic U.S. Senate primary between James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett, along with President Donald Trump's unpopularity among Democrats, are seen as key factors fueling Democratic turnout, though experts caution that enthusiasm alone does not guarantee a Democratic wave
