Texas Senate race becomes toss‑up as Hispanic voter shift and candidate matchup favor Democrats, poll shows

A new Times/Siena poll shows the Texas Senate race has become a toss‑up. The shift is driven by a significant change in Hispanic voter preferences. Hispanic voters are moving toward the Democratic candidate in larger numbers. The matchup between the Democratic and Republican candidates is viewed as favorable to Democrats. Democrats are now positioned on the brink of a potential Senate upset in Texas. The poll suggests the race could flip the balance of power in the Senate. Analysts point to the demographic shift and candidate dynamics as key factors. The next weeks will test whether the polling advantage translates into votes.