2026 Texas Primary Elections: A look at the big day
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Election Day is Tuesday, March 3, for the Texas primaries, and more voters are casting their ballots early across the state. 

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas' 10th Congressional District

Ten candidates are seeking the Republican nomination to replace Congressman Michael McCaul — Texas' 10th Congressional District in the U.S. House.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas' 21st Congressional District

A dozen candidates are on the ballot to replace Congressman Chip Roy, who is vacating his seat to run for Texas attorney general. Roy currently holds the seat for Texas' 21st Congressional District in the U.S. House.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas' 31st Congressional District

Congressman John Carter is in a bitter primary race for re-election. He currently holds the seat for Texas' 31st Congressional District in the U.S. House.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas' 35th Congressional District

Republicans hope to gain a few seats in Congress after Texas leaders redrew congressional districts mid-decade. The new maps pushed Democrat Greg Casar out of District 35.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas' 37th Congressional District

Republican redistricting efforts pushed Congressman Greg Casar into District 37. That move prompted longtime Austin Democrat Lloyd Doggett to retire from his seat in Congress.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas House District 47

Austin Democrat Vikki Goodwin is leaving her seat in the Texas House to challenge Dan Patrick for Lieutenant governor. So, who is running for Texas House District 47?

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas House District 49

Austin lawmaker Gina Hinojosa is leaving her seat in the Texas House to challenge Gov. Greg Abbott in November. There are eight Democrats looking to replace her in District 49.

2026 Election: Here are the candidates for Texas House District 50

Austin-area lawmaker James Talarico is making a run for U.S. Senate, and there are six Democrats looking to replace him in the Texas House.

Texas Primary: New poll, survey shows shake up at polls

A survey of those who voted early in the Texas primary elections shows a big surge at the polls. This includes a big influx of independent voters.

Trump launches flurry of endorsements en route to Texas visit

Trump took to Truth Social Friday morning sending off endorsements in congressional and statewide races in Texas.

Texas Senate Primary candidates Ken Paxton, John Cornyn attend Trump's State of the Union address

Texas Representative Troy Nehls has invited State Attorney General Ken Paxton to President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address, a move that brings the contentious Texas Republican Senate primary between Paxton and incumbent John Cornyn to the national stage.

Texas Secretary of State voting update: March 3 Primary Election Guide

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson is urging voters to use official resources and prepare for the upcoming March 3 Primary Election as early voting totals surpass one million.

What's the difference between a primary election and a general election?

While the primary election and the general election both involve voters choosing their preferred candidate, there are some differences.

Texas primaries: Which primary can I vote in?

Early voting for the Texas primaries begins Tuesday with voters determining who will represent Democrats and Republicans up and down the ballot in November.