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Texas population surge creates uncertainty in Senate race

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Texas has experienced significant population growth since 2020, adding over 2.5 million new residents, which is reshaping the state's electorate. This demographic shift introduces uncertainty into the upcoming Senate race, particularly impacting Republican Ken Paxton's prospects. The new residents, often less tied to traditional political patterns, and a potential decline in Latino support for Donald Trump, present a more volatile political landscape than in previous cycles. AI

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Texas population surge creates uncertainty in Senate race

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Russell Contreras ·

    New Texans, Latino doubts about Trump cloud Paxton's Senate bid

    <p>Texas has gained more than 2.5 million new residents since 2020 — roughly the entire population of New Mexico — reshaping the electorate and injecting new uncertainty into this year's marquee Senate race. </p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>Republican Ken Paxton is favored…

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