FORT WORTH, Texas — President Trump told a crowd on the National Mall that a solid showing by Republican voters in Texas could secure a “landslide” victory on November 3 and keep his agenda alive in Congress.

Early voting trends and local races

Early‑vote numbers in Texas show a surge in ballots from precincts with higher Hispanic and Black populations, groups that traditionally lean Democratic. The race for the U.S. Senate seat between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico is especially tight, and an influx of new residents from traditionally blue states could affect the outcome.

Former Democrat‑turned‑Republican Riz Khan, a Pakistani‑American Fort Worth resident, expressed concern that demographic shifts might make it harder for Paxton to retain the seat and keep the state red.

Republican leadership’s outlook

Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters dismissed pessimistic forecasts, noting that while Democrats often lead in early voting, Republican voters historically turn out in larger numbers on Election Day. Gruters highlighted that President Trump held 29 rallies in battleground states during October, believing his ability to mobilize voters is unmatched.

Democratic framing and stakes

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries labeled November 3 as “judgment day,” warning that “MAGA extremists” could be voted out for perceived damage to the economy, military, families and farmers. Democrats say control of either chamber would allow them to block Republican legislation, stall judicial appointments and launch investigations that could tie up the final two years of the Trump administration.

To win the Senate, Democrats need four additional seats; in the House, just three. About a dozen House races and half a dozen Senate contests, including the pivotal Texas race, are considered too close to call.

Trump’s message to voters

President Trump reminded supporters of his administration’s tax cuts, lower crime rates, strengthened border security and fraud‑reduction efforts, warning that a Democratic takeover could erase those gains. He also warned that the Democratic Party has moved further left, citing candidates who embrace socialism and oppose Israel.

Vice President J.D. Vance traveled to Rome, New York, and Swanton, Ohio, urging Republicans to get out and vote, emphasizing that every eligible voter matters.

What Texas voters should know

Voters in Texas should verify their polling locations, confirm registration status and consider the impact of early‑vote trends. While early numbers show a slight Democratic edge, the final outcome will depend on turnout on Election Day, when Republican voters historically surge.

Original reporting: WMAL (Washington DC) — read the source article.