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Texas poll: Talarico leads Paxton, Hinojosa closes in on Abbott
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· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the poll's findings are available from the Houston Chronicle.
A recent Texas poll has been reported by the Houston Chronicle. The poll shows certain candidates leading in their respective races.
Details about the poll's findings are available from the Houston Chronicle. According to the information, Talarico is leading Paxton, and Hinojosa is closing in on Abbott.
Further information about the poll and its results can be found through the Houston Chronicle. The Chronicle is the source of this information, and readers can refer to it for more details about the Texas poll and its findings.
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Category: local Published: August 9, 2026 Source: Houston Chronicle Reading time: 1 min
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