Texas U.S. Senate 2026: the same questions to both major candidates — cost of living and immigration
As of early October 2026 the two major candidates had not met in a debate. They did answer the same questions from the U.S. Hispanic Business Council, in separate interviews. Below are their positions on cost of living and on immigration, as reported by KXAN Austin, one item each per topic, in the same order (Paxton, Talarico, by surname). Our collection holds no answer by Libertarian candidate Ted Brown to these questions.
- “AUSTIN (KXAN) — With a month left before Election Day, it remains unclear whether U.S. Senate candidates James Talarico and Ken Paxton will meet for a live debate.” — KXAN Austin — “State of Texas: No Paxton vs. Talarico Senate debate yet. Here’s the closest thing voters have to one” · published Oct 3, 2026
- “Paxton outlined his economic “Protecting the Texas Promise Plan”, which advocates for a $50,000 tax deduction for first- and second-time homebuyers, a $25,000 deduction for medical expenses per dependent and a $5,000 tax deduction for spending on costs tied to making healthy choices.” — KXAN Austin — “State of Texas: No Paxton vs. Talarico Senate debate yet. Here’s the closest thing voters have to one” · published Oct 3, 2026
- ““We have to be able to streamline these processes so that we can get the approval to build these new homes and start to drive down these prices so that everyone can realize the dream of homeownership and so that every American can have a place they can call home,” Talarico said.” — KXAN Austin — “State of Texas: No Paxton vs. Talarico Senate debate yet. Here’s the closest thing voters have to one” · published Oct 3, 2026
- “Paxton said he would support a work authorization program, but only if the border is secured first.” — KXAN Austin — “State of Texas: No Paxton vs. Talarico Senate debate yet. Here’s the closest thing voters have to one” · published Oct 3, 2026
- ““I believe that we have to create more legal pathways for hardworking immigrants who want to come here and contribute to our economy, contribute to our small businesses (and) contribute to this nation of ours,” Talarico said.” — KXAN Austin — “State of Texas: No Paxton vs. Talarico Senate debate yet. Here’s the closest thing voters have to one” · published Oct 3, 2026