WASHINGTON: Texans have until November 3 to choose between Democratic candidates who focus their campaigns on economic issues, and Republican candidates who are aligned with US President Donald Trump.
Key contests include the race for governor and a closely watched US Senate contest.
Republican Governor Greg Abbott is seeking another term against Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa. The campaign has focused on issues including the economy, as both parties seek to mobilise voters in a state where Republicans have maintained a stronghold on statewide offices.
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In the race for the Senate, Democrat James Talarico, a 37-year-old former teacher, successfully mobilised voters, enabling him to gain a slight lead over Ken Paxton, the current state attorney general and an ally of Donald Trump.
