‘Most Expensive’ Texas Senate Race Takes Shape With Challenger

A Texas-sized fundraising spree awaits, as the state’s 2026 Senate primary contests kick off in earnest.

Intraparty Senate fights on both sides of the aisle will generate mega campaign spending, according to political donors, Washington lobbyists, and campaign finance insiders.

“It’ll just be enormously expensive,” said Eric Lundberg, a senior adviser for Democracy Engine, an online fundraising platform whose clients include lobbying groups.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) announced Monday she will try to run for Sen. John Cornyn‘s (R-Texas) seat next year in what may be one of the most expensive races in the country.

The primary fields on ...