Texans have concluded voting in the primary runoff elections, setting the stage for several key political contests. Among the most closely watched is the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, where Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by President Donald Trump, is challenging incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn. Cornyn has been a fixture in the Senate since 2002. The winner will face Democratic State Rep. James Talarico in November.

Attorney General Race

The Republican ballot for Texas Attorney General features State Sen. Mayes Middleton, known as “MAGA Mayes,” and Congressman Chip Roy. Middleton represents parts of Harris, Galveston, and Brazoria counties, while Roy serves Texas’ 21st congressional district. On the Democratic side, State Sen. Nathan Johnson and former Galveston mayor Joe Jaworski are competing for the nomination.

Lieutenant Governor and Other Contests

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick seeks a fourth term, with Democratic State Reps. Vikki Goodwin and Marcos Isaias Vélez vying to challenge him. In the U.S. House District 37 race, Republicans Ge’Nell Gary and Lauren B. Peña are competing to face Democratic Congressman Greg Casar. Meanwhile, in U.S. House District 17, Democrats Milah Flores and Casey Shepard aim to challenge incumbent Republican Pete Sessions.

Local Legislative Races

In Travis County’s Texas House District 49, Democrats Montserrat Garibay and Kathie Tovo are running to replace Gina Hinojosa, who is pursuing the governorship. The winner will secure the seat as no Republican is contesting. Additionally, the Texas Railroad Commission race sees Republican Commissioner Jim Wright facing Bo French, with the victor set to challenge State Rep. Jon Rosenthal.

These elections will significantly influence Texas’s political landscape ahead of the November general elections, where the outcomes will resonate with both local and national implications.

Original reporting: CBS19 / KYTX (Tyler) — read the source article.