Elections Politics

Virginia is holding a significant election with constitutional amendments on abortion and marriage that have drawn opposition from Catholic bishops and over 200 pastors, who warn the ballot language is deceptive and designed to punish dissenters and boost Democrats. In Ohio, two key races are considered toss-ups, including a Senate special election and the governor's race, with data centers and immigration issues prominent, while in Texas, the Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico is close, with controversies around Talarico's religious affiliations and local concerns about visas, data centers, and mosque construction influencing conservative voters.

Efforts to support pro-life candidates and oppose federal funding for Planned Parenthood are focused on key swing states including Texas. Winning congressional seats in Texas is seen as crucial to renewing measures that defund Planned Parenthood and advance pro-life legislation at the federal level.

The 2026 elections will be crucial in determining control of the Senate, with Republicans currently holding a slim majority of 53 seats to the Democrats' 47, and Democrats needing a net gain of four seats to take control. Ten states—Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Texas—are identified as the most competitive Senate races, where pro-life voter turnout could significantly impact the election outcomes.

National Right to Life has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for election to the U.S. Senate, citing his consistent defense of life during his service as attorney general.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 30, 2026 Contact: media@sbaprolife.org | View Newsroom Washington, D.C. – Today Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Candidate Fund announced its endorsement of Attorney General Ken Paxton to be the next U.S. senator for Texas. Early voting runs from October 19-30, and Election Day is November 3. “Ken Paxton has been a […]

For Immediate Release: March 13, 2026 Contact: media@sbaprolife.org | View Newsroom “Slap in the Face” to Pro-Life States, Voters Just Months Ahead of Midterms Washington, D.C. – Today the U.S. Department of Justice moved to dismiss lawsuits brought by Florida and Texas against the Food and Drug Administration – siding with the abortion industry on mail-order drugs […]