Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat. Trump to campaign virtually instead of in person

Ken Paxton, the former state attorney general, and James Talarico, a state lawmaker, are engaged in a tight contest for Texas's Senate seat. The race, considered a toss-up, has gained attention as a gauge for voters' dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump's leadership. Paxton, who unseated Republican John Cornyn with Trump's support, warned against Democrats regaining control of Capitol Hill, warning of "more and more radical" policies.

Talarico, meanwhile, is rallying support in Houston, vowing to stand against "every dangerous idea" Democrats are presenting. As early voting concludes across several states, early results nearing 50 million reflect the high level of voter engagement. President Trump, shifting his focus from in-person rallies to virtual events, is set to call into six tele-rallies while campaigning from his residence in West Palm Beach, Florida.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is also actively campaigning in Virginia, criticizing Republicans for broken promises and pledging to hold the administration accountable. The competitive House battlegrounds across the country, including Texas, are critical for Democrats' bid to expand their majority in the House.