The Texas Politics Project

Data Centers

of Texas voters say that they oppose the construction of a data center in their community (August 2026)

ICE

of Texas voters have a favorable view of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), while 46% have an unfavorable view (August 2026)

Healthcare Costs

64%

of Texas voters say that they are ‘extremely concerned’ about the cost of healthcare (August 2026)

Latest Analysis

Texas 2026 U.S. Senate Election Polling Tracker

View non-partisan statewide polls conducted in the U.S. Senate race in Texas. Check back for updates as new polling is released.

Texas 2026 Gubernatorial Election Polling Tracker

We've rolled out a poll tracker for the 2026 Texas Gubernatorial Election. Check back for updates on all non-partisan polling of the Gubernatorial race between incumbent Governor Greg Abbott and Democratic state representative Gina Hinojosa.

Looking Down Ballot at Dynamics in Texas’ Congressional and Legislative Races

In this week's Second Reading, James Henson and Joshua Blank abandon the top of the ballot this week to look at the state of play in Congressional and legislative elections in Texas.

Share of Texans Saying an Economic Issue is the Most Important Problem Facing the Country

Trend: Percent of Texans Saying an Economic Issue is the Most Important Problem Facing the Country

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Donald Trump Second Term Job Approval Trend

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Events

October 29: PAAT Media Panel on the 2026 Election

On Wednesday, October 29, 2026, at 10 AM, James Henson, director of the Texas Politics Project, will moderate a panel conversation about the 2026 elections in Texas with Gromer Jeffers (Dallas Morning News), Brad Johnson (The Texas Bullpen), Mark P. Jones (The Baker Institute), and Harvey Kronberg (Quorum Report). The streamaing event is free for member of the Professional Advocacy Association of Texas, and $50 for non-members. Registration information via PAAT.