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.

Trump declines endorsement in heated Texas Senate Primary between Paxton, Cornyn, and Hunt

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton leads incumbent John Cornyn as early voting begins in a high-stakes Republican primary for U.S. Senate, marked by a lack of a presidential endorsement and escalating legal tensions.

Texas GOP AG debate in Dallas
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The Texas Attorney General Republican Primary Debate welcomed the four GOP candidates to the stage, where the politicians faced off Tuesday night.

Texas GOP attorney general candidates face off in debate in Dallas

The Texas Attorney General Republican Primary Debate welcomed the four GOP candidates to the stage, where the politicians faced off Tuesday night.

Early voting for Texas Primary begins
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Early voting began on Tuesday for the midterm primary elections. Democrats and Republicans both launched big campaign drives to spur turn out.

U.S.-Iran talks continue
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There was another round of indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran, as the U.S. continues its military build-up nearby. Both sides said progress was made, but there is still no deal.

Hunt pursues charges in 'doxxing' incident with Cornyn staffer

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt is seeking charges in connection with Sen. John Cornyn's campaign allegedly endangering the Texas congressman's family.

Texas comptroller candidate Don Huffines faces heat over purchase of Epstein estate as early voting begins

Don Huffines, a former Texas state senator currently campaigning for state comptroller, is facing scrutiny over his family’s 2023 purchase of the New Mexico ranch formerly owned by convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

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.

Early Voting starts for 2026 Texas Primaries: How to cast your ballot before March 3

Early voting for the Texas primary elections begins today. Texas primary elections are set for March and Democrats and Republicans will have a chance to decide which candidates they want on the November general election ballot.

Texas launches election tip-line and issues new 'Protect Your Vote' guidance.

The Texas Attorney General has launched a public email tip-line and issued new legal guidance under the "Election Integrity Initiative" to enforce strict voting regulations and outline felony penalties for election law violations.

Jasmine Crockett speaks on U.S. Senate bid
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U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett is speaking on her bid for the U.S. Senate. She said she is focused on accountability and creating a better future for the next generation of voters.

Texas congressional races heating up
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Early voting starts on Tuesday, Feb. 17. On President's Day, several candidates in heated races hit the campaign trial and turned up the temperature.