In the latest development signaling a fiercely competitive race for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, a recent poll has placed incumbent Republican Senator Ted Cruz and Democratic Congressman Colin Allred in a statistical dead heat. According to a poll by National Public Affairs, both candidates have garnered 44% of the vote share among 807 likely voters, with a critical 12% of respondents remaining undecided. This poll, conducted from February 6-8, has a margin of error of ±3.5%, highlighting the tightness of the race.
Cruz’s previous narrow victory against Beto O’Rourke in 2018 by less than 3 percentage points indicated potential vulnerabilities in his re-election prospects. The current polling figures appear to solidify this narrative.
Colin Allred’s campaign has seized upon the momentum. His strategy involves capitalizing on his background as a former NFL player. His campaign has been marked by attacks on Cruz’s record, including his controversial trip to Cancun during the 2021 Texas freeze and subsequent power outage.
The enthusiasm for Allred’s candidacy is reflected in his fundraising numbers. According to Federal Election Commission October filings, he raised over $4.7 million in the past three months, outpacing Cruz’s $3 million in the same period. This financial edge could prove crucial as the campaign intensifies.
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– What to know about Colin Allred, who hopes to challenge Ted Cruz in Texas’ Senate race, ABC News, Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT