Texas U.S. Senate Class 1 General

About This Race

The Texas U.S. Senate Class 1 General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine who serves Texas's Class 1 seat in the United States Senate. This is a federal election where voters will elect one senator to a six-year term beginning January 3, 2027.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date: November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 6, 2026
Early Voting Starts: October 21, 2026
Early Voting Ends: November 1, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in Texas, residents must register by October 6, 2026, either online via the Texas Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at their county voter registrar's office. On Election Day or during early voting (October 21-November 1, 2026), voters must present an approved photo ID such as a Texas driver license, election identification certificate, or U.S. passport.

Incumbent

Republican

Ted Cruz

United States Senator from Texas (Class 1)

Biography

Ted Cruz is the incumbent U.S. Senator from Texas, first elected in 2012 and re-elected in 2018. A Princeton and Harvard Law graduate, he previously served as Texas Solicitor General and is running for re-election to continue his conservative legislative agenda focused on border security, limited government, and judicial appointments.

Campaign Website

Democratic

Colin Allred

United States Senator from Texas (Class 1)

Biography

Colin Allred is a civil rights attorney, former NFL linebacker, and current U.S. Representative for Texas's 32nd congressional district, serving since 2019. A Baylor Law graduate, he is running for Senate to expand healthcare access, protect voting rights, and address economic inequality in Texas.

Campaign Website

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