Texans Weigh In: Insights into the 2026 U.S. Senate Race, ESA Support, and Trump’s Performance

What 1,200 Texas voters reveal about key candidates, education reform, tax policy, and presidential approval heading into 2026.

Curious about where Texas voters stand heading into the 2026 U.S. Senate elections? The Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University has released new findings from a statewide survey of 1,200 registered voters. The report explores likely outcomes in the Republican primary, head-to-head matchups for the general election, voter sentiment on Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and property tax relief, and approval ratings of key political figures including President Donald Trump.

Highlights include Ken Paxton's lead among likely GOP voters, strong bipartisan support for property tax relief, and generational trends in support for ESAs. Read the full report