Election Results Announced for Texas Primary

Voters in Texas head to the polls for primary election, with key races decided.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The results of the March 3 primary election in Texas have been announced, with several high-profile races being decided. In the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, incumbent John Cornyn secured the nomination, while on the Democratic side, James Talarico won. In the gubernatorial race, incumbent Greg Abbott won the Republican nomination. Other statewide offices like Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General also saw primary winners emerge.

Why it matters

The Texas primary election sets the stage for the November general election, where control of key state and federal offices will be at stake. The results provide insight into the priorities and preferences of Texas voters, which could have significant implications for the direction of the state and national politics.

The details

The primary election saw a number of close and competitive races, particularly on the Republican side. In the U.S. Senate race, Cornyn fended off a challenge from a crowded field of candidates, while Talarico cruised to victory on the Democratic side. In the gubernatorial race, Abbott easily secured the Republican nomination, while the Democratic primary was more contested. Down-ballot races for statewide offices like Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General also saw clear winners emerge.

  • The primary election was held on March 3, 2026.
  • Unofficial results were updated as of 8:55 pm on election night.

The players

John Cornyn

The incumbent U.S. Senator for Texas, who won the Republican primary nomination.

James Talarico

The winner of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas.

Greg Abbott

The incumbent Governor of Texas, who won the Republican primary nomination.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to build on the progress we've made in Texas and keep our state moving in the right direction.”

— Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas (sanangelolive.com)

“I'm honored to have the support of Texas Democrats and look forward to taking our message of progress and opportunity to the general election.”

— James Talarico, Democratic U.S. Senate Nominee (sanangelolive.com)

What’s next

The winners of the primary elections will now advance to the November general election, where they will face off against their Democratic or Republican opponents to determine who will hold the various state and federal offices.

The takeaway

The Texas primary election results highlight the continued dominance of the Republican Party in the state, with the party's nominees securing victories in high-profile races. However, the Democratic candidates also made strong showings, suggesting that the general election could be more competitive than in recent cycles.