
Perhaps the Republicans' most important stronghold has fallen. After decades of one-party rule, Texas is facing an epochal change.
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For decades, Texas was considered an undisputed Republican stronghold and was dominated by one party.
Election earthquake in the US midterms That's why the Republicans lost in Texas
Perhaps the Republicans' most important stronghold has fallen. After decades of one-party rule, Texas is facing an epochal change. What happened?
By Frank Hornig, Austin
November 4, 2026, 10:16 a.m

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