SAN ANTONIO – In a dramatic shift in the political landscape, Democrats have gained control of both chambers of Congress following a historic election on November 3, 2026. This election marks a significant turning point, as Democrats have successfully flipped numerous states that have historically leaned Republican, including those won by Donald Trump by considerable margins just two years prior.
Among the standout victories is James Talarico’s surprising win over incumbent Ken Paxton in Texas, a state where Democrats had not secured a statewide office in over three decades. In addition to Talarico’s triumph, voters in Texas also chose Gina Hinojosa over Greg Abbott, who was campaigning for a fourth term as governor.
In Bexar County, both Talarico and Hinojosa emerged victorious by significant margins, each receiving over 64% of the votes in their respective races. This reflects a growing trend in urban areas of Texas, where Democratic support has been gaining momentum.
For readers interested in delving deeper into the election results, interactive maps are available to illustrate how Bexar County and its surrounding areas voted in the Texas governor and U.S. Senate races.
Texas governor – 2026
U.S. Senate – 2026
To provide context, readers can examine how Bexar County and the surrounding regions voted in the previous U.S. Senate election held in 2024, where Republican incumbent Ted Cruz faced Democrat Collin Allred.
U.S. Senate – 2024
Texas lieutenant governor – 2026
Texas attorney general – 2026
U.S. House – 2026
U.S. Senate – 2026
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