Divorcing Ken Paxton on biblical grounds, the Texas senator backs the full Republican ticket in a Texas PAC ad as a Times/Siena poll shows Talarico up six and the seat rated a toss-up.

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Former Rep. Wild Criticizes Crockett for Skipping Talarico in PAC Endorsements

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, is facing criticism after her political action committee left James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Texas, off a list of candida… — by Andrew Powell

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Trump rallies in Texas for Paxton Senate bid

President Donald Trump is rallying in San Antonio for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton as polls show a competitive Texas race and Democrats seek to make gains in the traditionally Republican state. The visit aims to energize GOP voters and retain support among independents and Hispanic voters, with the contest carrying broader stakes for control of Congress and Trump’s agenda.

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Trump Struggles Pronouncing Vegan at Texas Rally

At a Texas rally, President Donald Trump mocked Democratic state Rep. James Talarico by falsely portraying him as vegan, repeatedly mispronouncing the word and joking that vegans eat lettuce and that Talarico pretends to enjoy barbecue. Talarico has said he is not vegan, and clips of Trump’s remarks drew mixed reactions online.

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Texas Senate, governor debates unlikely before Election Day

With Election Day approaching, a live debate between Texas Senate candidates Ken Paxton and James Talarico appears unlikely. The candidates instead answered the same questions separately for the U.S. Hispanic Business Council, giving voters a side-by-side look at their approaches to affordability and other issues.

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James Talarico· Politics · 14 sources · Sep 28, 2026Story

Texas Senate Candidate Talarico Cites Bible for Universal Healthcare

Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico invoked Jesus’ healing and feeding of the hungry, along with the Hebrew prophets’ criticism of corruption, to describe his support for universal health care, addressing child hunger and challenging self-serving politicians as biblically grounded. Critics disputed that interpretation, arguing that Christian teachings on charity do not prescribe government policies and accusing him of using religion to advance his political agenda.

Politics· Sep 28, 2026

James Talarico· Politics · 8 sources · Sep 22, 2026Story

Talarico Clarifies Stance on Trans Athletes After Fox News Comments

In Texas, Democratic Senate hopeful James Talarico has tempered his stance on transgender athletes, emphasizing local decision-making and saying he opposes trans athletes in girls’ sports only if safety or fairness are at risk, as he campaigns statewide. Across coverage, Republicans push to frame transgender participation in women's sports as a key issue while Democrats try to pivot to broader concerns in a high-stakes Texas race.

Politics· Sep 22, 2026

James Talarico· Politics · 6 sources · Sep 17, 2026Story

Texas Democrats Plan 2026 Challenge to GOP Control

Democrats in Texas are mounting what could be their best statewide challenge in years, with a full slate including Gina Hinojosa for governor and James Talarico for the U.S. Senate as Paxton and Abbott face stiff headwinds amid economic strains and shifting Latino politics, while polls show a near deadlock in the Senate race and Hinojosa trailing in the governor’s contest. In the Legislature, candidates for House District 94 push pro-public-education and affordability platforms, highlighting concerns over school funding and inflation as both parties vie for seats in a historically Republican stronghold.

Politics· Sep 17, 2026

James Talarico· Politics · 20 sources · Sep 14, 2026Story

Texas Senate Hopeful Talarico Names Favorite Drag Queen

Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico quickly named Alyssa Edwards as his favorite Texas drag queen at a campaign event, a response that has sparked ongoing criticism and questions about his past remarks on drag, transgender issues, and youth performances. The coverage portrays the episode as part of a broader pattern of controversial comments and campaign missteps, with opponents and media outlets highlighting perceived creepiness and pushing back on his stance on drag and LGBTQ topics.

Politics· Sep 14, 2026

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