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politics22 days ago

Texas Democrat Talarico Tops Cornyn and Paxton in Tight Internal Poll

An internal campaign poll shows Democrat James Talarico narrowly leading Republican Sen. John Cornyn (43–41) and Attorney General Ken Paxton (44–43) in hypothetical Texas general elections. Both Republicans are broadly unpopular, especially among independents, with Paxton and Cornyn facing large unfavorable ratings. The memo credits Talarico’s coalition—young and Latino voters and party-switchers—for momentum and frames the race as a referendum on political establishment, though the outcome remains close ahead of a potential runoff. The update appears alongside other national political stories in a live feed.

via Politico|
#cornyn#elections#politics
us-politics1 month ago

Talarico clinches Texas Senate Dem nomination, eyeing November flip

State Rep. James Talarico defeated Jasmine Crockett to win the Texas Senate Democratic primary, giving Democrats a stronger candidate to flip the ruby-red state in November. The race highlighted questions of electability and coalition-building within a multiethnic Democratic base, amid concerns about Dallas precinct voting; Crockett conceded the race on Wednesday. Talarico is set to face either Sen. John Cornyn or Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the general election.

via Politico|
#crockett#democratic-primary#elections
Talarico Wins Texas Dem Primary; Cornyn, Paxton Head to May Runoff
politics1 month ago

Talarico Wins Texas Dem Primary; Cornyn, Paxton Head to May Runoff

Democrat James Talarico won Texas’s Democratic primary, defeating Jasmine Crockett; the GOP contest will be decided in a May 26 runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, with Trump endorsement still undecided. Crockett plans to sue over voting issues in Dallas, and Republican Wesley Hunt finished third, signaling a three-way race that will keep the nomination battles intense as midterms approach.

via Al Jazeera|
#cornyn#paxton#politics
Talarico clinches Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, CNN projects
politics1 month ago

Talarico clinches Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, CNN projects

CNN projects Texas state Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, defeating Jasmine Crockett and setting up a November showdown against either John Cornyn or Ken Paxton, who will vie in a May 26 runoff. The race highlighted contrasting strategies—Talarico’s faith-focused messaging and Crockett’s aggressive, base-oriented approach—and featured a large fundraising edge for Talarico (well over $20 million versus Crockett’s roughly $3.7 million, plus transfers). Democrats see potential for the seat despite Texas’ recent Republican tilt, while Crockett emphasized energizing base voters and Talarico urged appealing to independents beyond the base.

via CNN|
#democratic-primary#jasmine-crockett#politics
Texas Senate Primary Heats Up as Crockett and Talarico Vie for Narrow Lead Amid Polling Confusion
politics1 month ago

Texas Senate Primary Heats Up as Crockett and Talarico Vie for Narrow Lead Amid Polling Confusion

Texas Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are in a razor-thin U.S. Senate primary that drew record turnout amid national attention, as election-night chaos over extended voting hours created counting uncertainty. Republican Ken Paxton leads the GOP field, potentially giving Democrats an opening if he advances. Polls diverged in the final weeks, with Crockett strongest among Black voters and Talarico drawing white liberals, while Latino voters were seen as pivotal to the outcome.

via The Guardian|
#crockett#politics#polling-confusion
Texas Democratic Senate Primary Turns Into a Personalities Showdown
politics1 month ago

Texas Democratic Senate Primary Turns Into a Personalities Showdown

Texas’ Democratic Senate primary has devolved into a personality-driven clash between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico, amplified by viral videos, celebrity endorsements, and online supporters. Crockett pursues a bold, unapologetic stance aimed at energizing the base, while Talarico leans into collaborative, anti‑establishment rhetoric in a red-leaning state; polls vary, but Crockett leads with Black voters while Talarico mobilizes white liberals, turning the race into a messaging proxy fight rather than a traditional policy contest.

via Semafor|
#crockett#democrats#politics
Texas Senate primary nerves: Paxton-Cornyn showdown could shape November
politics1 month ago

Texas Senate primary nerves: Paxton-Cornyn showdown could shape November

GOP insiders fear the Texas Senate primary could be unexpectedly competitive: Ken Paxton and John Cornyn are seen as the top two in the Republican field, likely forcing a May 26 runoff if neither breaks a majority, while Democrats James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett battle in a race with shifting polling. Paxton is viewed as a weaker November candidate than Cornyn, prompting national groups to spend to influence outcomes and even boost Crockett behind the scenes. Trump’s endorsement of Cornyn remains uncertain and could alter fundraising and momentum as the race heads to a high-stakes general election.

via Axios|
#cornyn#paxton#politics
Colbert says CBS skipped Talarico interview to dodge FCC equal-time rules
politics1 month ago

Colbert says CBS skipped Talarico interview to dodge FCC equal-time rules

Stephen Colbert claimed CBS did not air his interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico because network lawyers warned it could trigger the FCC's equal-time rule; the network instead released the interview on YouTube with on-air promotion to avoid providing equal-time opportunities to other candidates. The episode underscores ongoing FCC scrutiny of broadcasters and political coverage.

via NBC News|
#cbs#colbert#equal-time-rule
Race Debates Shake Texas Democratic Senate Primary
politics2 months ago

Race Debates Shake Texas Democratic Senate Primary

Texas’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary was jolted by a dispute over race after James Talarico allegedly described Colin Allred as a “mediocre Black man,” a remark amplified by Allred and rejected by Crockett as inaccurate. Talarico said the description was a mischaracterization and that he praised Crockett while criticizing Allred’s campaigning method. The controversy thrust race and electability into the spotlight ahead of the March 3 primary, as national Democrats watch closely, fundraising signals shift, and endorsements split between the candidates in a closely watched race.

via The New York Times|
#allred#crockett#politics