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Trump spurs a $100M avalanche of negative ads against Talarico
After Trump said he was coming to the rescue, Paxton and his allies have outspent Talarico and his allies four-to-one.
Black congressional leaders endorse James Talarico in Texas Senate race
Talarico has strong support among Black voters in public polls, but he has recently stepped up his efforts to reach them.
James Talarico, Seeking Black Votes in Texas Senate Rate, Wins Crucial Endorsement
The Congressional Black Caucus’s political wing backed James Talarico, who defeated a Black opponent in the primary. He faces Ken Paxton, the Republican state attorney general, in November.
Talarico hit with ‘blatant corruption’ allegation over hefty salary from consulting firm, campaign pushes back
James Talarico drew a hefty salary from MAYA Consulting while overseeing the Texas Education Agency that awarded the firm millions in contracts.
Republican groups begin raining money down on Senate race in Texas
The GOP has committed tens of millions of dollars to support Ken Paxton in his tight race against Democrat James Talarico.
RNC convention leaves town. Home stretch of election begins.
Labor Day weekend is usually the kick-off to the last two months of the election where candidates really hone their message and hit the campaign trail. Lone Star Politics breaks down the highlights of the first ever midterm Republican National Convention in Dallas and speak to Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate and State Rep. James Talarico.
Dems doubt Trump’s dividend promise as Day 2 of RNC hits Dallas
Democrats cast doubt on President Trump’s Wednesday night dividend pledge at the midterm convention, while Talarico pressured Paxton to take action on the Epstein files on Thursday.
Kimmel says Talarico interview won't air on TV under regulatory pressure from FCC
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel said the agency that regulates television “threatened” the show and that an interview with James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, will not air on television but on YouTube — thus bypassing any control or regulation by the Federal Communications Commission.
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Kimmel says interview with James Talarico won't air on TV under pressure from the FCC
Jimmy Kimmel says FCC 'threatened our show' over interview with Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico
The late-night host said the sitdown would instead be posted directly to YouTube.
Kimmel says interview with James Talarico won't air on TV under FCC pressure
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel said the agency that regulates television “threatened” the show. It's not the first time a TV show has moved an interview with Talarico to YouTube.
Kimmel says interview with James Talarico won't air on TV under pressure from the FCC
Jimmy Kimmel says the federal agency regulating television has "threatened" his show | WBEN
Kimmel says interview with James Talarico won't air on TV under pressure from the FCC
Jimmy Kimmel says the federal agency regulating television has "threatened" his show. An interview with James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, will now air on YouTube instead...
Kimmel says interview with James Talarico won't air on TV under pressure from the FCC
Jimmy Kimmel says the federal agency regulating television has "threatened" his show.
Jimmy Kimmel’s interview with James Talarico won’t air on ABC, will go to YouTube instead
It's the second time this year a late-night interview with the Texas U.S. Senate candidate has been moved online.
Jimmy Kimmel says show won’t air James Talarico interview on TV, citing FCC threats
The late-night talk show host said the interview with the Democratic Senate candidate would air instead on YouTube.
Talarico unveils GOP support, including former Dallas elected leaders
A group of Republicans supporting James Talarico includes former Dallas Mayor Steve Bartlett, former U.S. Rep. Alan Steelman and former Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley.
James Talarico reverses stance on trans student-athletes
Talarico’s comments on Fox News came in contrast to positions he took in the Texas House opposing GOP restrictions on trans student-athletes.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico: Voters are "tired of this professional wrestling" in politics
James Talarico says Ken Paxton is "lying to the people of Texas" with AI ad that puts "words in my mouth"
Texas Democrats focus on economy, voting access as RNC meets in Dallas
As the RNC meets in Dallas, Democrats are emphasizing working-class economics and voting access, with Tarrant County in the spotlight.
Paxton Aide Turned Whistle-Blower Appears in Ad Endorsing His Rival, Talarico
David Maxwell was among the staffers in the Texas attorney general’s office who accused Ken Paxton of abusing the power of his office, allegations that led to his impeachment. Mr. Paxton was acquitted.
Trump’s first major midterm money move: A $10 million Texas Senate ad blitz
This is the first significant spending in a premier general election contest by MAGA, Inc., and reflects how a once-safe Republican seat in Texas may be viable for Democrats with the candidacy of James Talarico.
Ossoff and Talarico to Share Fund-Raising Event in Hollywood
The event with the Georgia and Texas Democrats will be hosted by Shonda Rhimes.
Talarico plans Texas food drive to counterprogram Trump’s GOP convention
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico plans to hold a statewide food drive next week as Republicans descend on Dallas for President Donald Trump’s midterm convention.
The Battle for Texas: GOP, Paxton and Talarico
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
Texas Senate hopeful Talarico ramps up Black outreach efforts
The Texas Democrat acknowledges criticism that Democrats haven’t been doing enough to court Black voters.
Whole Hog Politics: The sprawling political transformation of Texas
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Hill Insider members can join us live today at 9 a.m. ET as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a li…
Talarico Is Out-Fundraising Paxton and Flooding the Airwaves in Texas Senate Race
The Democratic candidate is on the offensive, giving his party hope in the deep-red state.
James Talarico visits Fort Worth with Mark Cuban to discuss healthcare
FORT WORTH, Texas — While on a 25-mile campaign walk from Taylor, Texas, to Round Rock, Texas, James Talarico got fatigued and nauseous and went to the emergency room the
Rep. Crockett says she’ll be campaigning ‘downballot’ instead of with Talarico
The congresswoman, who lost the primary Senate race to state Rep. James Talarico, did not mention him by name.
Jasmine Crockett has no plans to campaign for James Talarico
Jasmine Crockett tells Laura she will not be campaigning with James Talarico in the closely-watched Senate race in Texas. Crockett says she’ll be supporting down ballot candidates in the midterms who are often overshadowed.
Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico teams with Mark Cuban on plan to break up healthcare
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico unveiled a plan to bust what he says are healthcare monopolies in an effort to lower costs.
Talarico wants to unearth Paxton's depositions to keep focus on his past in Senate race
Talarico is trying to keep attention on Paxton’s past by pushing to make depositions public. The case involved Unity Resources and was settled.
New Texas poll shows tight Senate race, GOP pulling ahead for governor
Talarico leads Paxton 42-39 in the new UT/Texas Politics Project poll. Abbott leads Hinojosa in the governor's race, and data center opposition holds.
In Texas Senate race, Talarico seeks depositions that could damage Paxton
Democrat James Talarico has leaned into Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s past legal scandals to try to win over moderate Republicans.
Democrats see an opening in Texas. Is it déjà vu or a breakthrough?: From the Politics Desk
Plus, what to watch in tonight’s elections.
James Talarico continues to edge out Ken Paxton in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, new poll finds
The latest University of Texas/Texas Politics Project poll shows Democratic state Rep. Talarico leading Republican Attorney General Paxton by three percentage points, with 14% of respondents undecided. Republicans maintain a modest lead over Democratic candidates in most other leading statewide contests.
Trump to headline RNC fundraiser in Houston aimed at boosting Ken Paxton’s Senate campaign
An analysis by AdImpact suggests that Paxton, Democratic state Rep. James Talarico, and groups supporting both campaigns could spend roughly $440 million on the Texas Senate race, making it the second-most expensive U.S. Senate contest in history.
Can Democrats Win Back the Senate? Why Their Chances Are Improving.
Republicans still have some clear advantages on the map, but President Trump’s unpopularity has opened the door for an outcome that once seemed far-fetched.
What Talarico, Paxton are saying about each other in the Texas Senate race now that it's a toss up
The highly regarded Cook Political Report has moved the contest from Lean Republican to Toss-Up.
Texas, Iowa Senate races shift to toss ups: Cook Political Report
The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report shifted its ratings for both the Texas and Iowa Senate races to “toss ups” on Thursday as Republicans grapple with a scandal-ridden candid…
Attack ads revive questions of Ken Paxton's ethics
The most recent ad from Democratic candidate James Talarico rehashes when Paxton stole a $1,000 pen more than a decade ago — an issue that became a major scandal during the Republican’s first run for attorney general in 2014.
Longtime GOP aide defects to Dem rising star as Texas Senate battle for Cornyn's seat heats up
A former John Cornyn staffer joins James Talarico's Democratic campaign against Ken Paxton in a Texas race that could flip Republican Senate control.
Senate hopeful Talarico touts his faith. Texas Republicans call it blasphemy.
The Democratic nominee is seeking to win over faith-based voters in Texas, the Bible Belt’s largest state, but evangelical Republicans aren’t sold.
James Talarico Said He Wouldn’t Accept Any Endorsements From the Pulpit. He Just Did.
The Democratic nominee for Senate has decried such political engagement from pastors, saying that the church-state boundary is “sacred.”
Talarico gains GOP support while unveiling affordability plan
Democratic Senate candidate proposed debt relief, housing aid and tax credits. Paxton’s campaign dismissed the agenda as “half-baked.”
James Talarico Refuses to Sell Out Transgender People
The Texas Democratic U.S. Senate nominee explained why he won't sell out the transgender community in favor of votes.
Eye on Politics: the birth tourism bill and Talarico's social issues record
Fox News Poll: GOP divisions shape Texas Senate race
Ken Paxton trails James Talarico by 3 points in the Texas Senate race as character concerns and a GOP unity gap reshape the 2026 midterm battle.
Lone Star Politics: July 26, 2026
More local leaders are beginning to speak up about the need for a “strong mayor” system in Dallas. Plus, Talarico and Paxton swing through North Texas in opposing campaign styles.
Years of scandals haven't stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Ken Paxton’s past has been litigated for years, yet he keeps winning. James Talarico is trying a different strategy. Here’s what it is.
Ken Paxton has survived years of scandals. Can James Talarico change that?
Democrat James Talarico is challenging Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race in Texas.
Years of scandals haven't stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Democrat James Talarico is challenging Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race in Texas.
Eye On Politics: Paxton's unanswered questions, Talarico expands outreach
Political Science Professor on Paxton's refusal to answer questions, Talarico and Black Texan voters
Political Science Professor on Paxton's refusal to answer questions, Talarico and Black Texan voters
James Talarico calls for tighter regulations on data center development
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico on Wednesday called for a broad set of tighter regulations on data centers in Texas, seizing on what has become a potential political liability
Possible debate on the table for Talarico, Paxton in run for Senate
Rep. James Talarico is willing to do three debates, but nothing is finalized.
The list of homes owned by Texas’ Ken Paxton grows, adding to his political problems
James Talarico accused his Republican rival of owning 11 homes. As it turns out, he was understating matters.
In tight Senate race, Talarico and Paxton discuss border security during campaign stops in "critically important" South Texas
A pollster and political science professor at Texas A&M's Bush School said that the candidates' visits to South Texas highlight the region's importance this year.
Sex abuse victim family says they’re “tired of being used” for politics amid Talarico attacks
Talarico has been attacking Paxton on the campaign trail over his office’s handling of a case where a Waco man was charged with sexually abusing a young boy.
Ken Paxton’s campaign says he will debate James Talarico in Texas’ U.S. Senate race
Paxton's campaign said he plans to debate after Talarico challenged him to do so, though it did not commit to a specific host.
New polling shows Talarico leads Paxton among Hispanic business owners
Among the reasons are the Trump administration’s increasingly unpopular deportation practices and the rising cost of living.
'We're uniting Texas' Talarico rallies El Paso voters in US Senate race
Democratic James Talarico brought his U.S. Senate campaign to El Paso, calling on voters to fight against a \
Talarico polling stronger with Texas' Black voters than expected, but enthusiasm questions remain
Recent polling from The Texas Politics Project suggests Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico is performing better with Black voters than his predecessors were at this point in their campaigns.
Talarico targets Paxton over plea deal in Texas child sex abuse case
Senate candidate James Talarico is demanding his opponent Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton release files pertaining to Adam Hoffman
WATCH: Obama, Harris advisor warns ‘betrayed’ Black voters could be Texas Senate candidate's kryptonite
Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is facing a problem of Black voter enthusiasm in Texas after defeating Rep. Jasmine Crockett, according to party insiders.
How eggs became the latest campaign issue in Texas' Senate race
Republican Ken Paxton says his settlement holds producers accountable. Democrat James Talarico says Republicans still haven't lowered grocery bills.
Texas Democrats unite behind their slate of candidates, but some hurdles remain
Texas Democrats courted national attention with speakers such as New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Texas Democrats meet for convention amid questions about party unity
Democrats see state Rep. James Talarico, D-Austin, as the best opportunity to flip the long-held Republican U.S. Senate seat and want to see how he will win over Black voters.
Texas Democrats head to convention with optimism, but questions about November remain
The Texas Democratic Convention begins Thursday in Corpus Christi. The three-day convention features several national and statewide figures in the party — this while polls show Democratic candidate James Talarico essentially even with his Republican opponent for U.S. Senate, Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Jasmine Crockett’s silence could hurt James Talarico’s U.S. Senate chances in November
The Dallas congresswoman, Talarico’s erstwhile rival in the Democratic primary, has yet to say whether she’ll campaign for him in the general election against Republican Ken Paxton.
The politics of masculinity: GOP tests new line of attack against Talarico
Republican criticism of Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is focused not only on his politics, but also on his manliness.
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are neck and neck in U.S. Senate race, new poll finds
The vast majority of Republicans indicated they had moved on from the bitter GOP primary and now support Paxton. Talarico had commanding leads among independents and moderates.
From an indictment to an alleged affair, Ken Paxton’s controversies hang over his Senate bid
The attorney general has won statewide elections twice since his legal woes began. This time he will be at the top of the ticket, facing a fundraising juggernaut in James Talarico.
Talarico courted Silicon Valley donors in multi-day Bay Area trip
The Texas Democratic Senate candidate’s appeals to wealthy tech executives complicates his broadsides against megadonors’ outsized role in politics.
James Talarico Plays Up Spurs’ Past Glory in Campaign Ad Aimed at Texas Voters
The Democratic candidate for Senate looked to gain crossover appeal with a spot emphasizing teamwork and his own experience as a teacher in San Antonio.
Progressive Talarico knifes Biden's open border, tries moderating stance on key issues in Texas Senate race
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico flip-flopped on border security, gun control, and transgender issues during a podcast interview this week.
Abbott turns up heat on Talarico, Soros-backed DAs over Texas crime
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott proposes statewide prosecutor, bail reforms and measures to remove rogue DAs as crime dominates the political debate in Texas.
Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses Democrat James Talarico in U.S. Senate race
Dan Cogdell criticized Paxton for prioritizing loyalty to President Donald Trump over Texas families.
Ken Paxton's attorney in his impeachment trial endorses James Talarico in US Senate race
An attorney who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial has endorsed Paxton’s Democratic opponent in the U.S. Senate race
Video: Could Talarico’s Religious Approach Win Texas?
James Talarico, the Democrat running for U.S. Senate in Texas, has connected his political positions to his Christian faith. Our religion reporter Ruth Graham discusses how his perspective differs from the politically conservative Christianity dominant in Republican politics in Texas.
GOP's anti-"woke" playbook faces ultimate test in Texas
James Talarico is a test of whether Democrats can finally escape the ghosts of 2020.
What it means to be a man is a theme in Texas Senate race as Paxton attacks Talarico
Soon after winning the Texas Republican Senate primary runoff, Ken Paxton attacked Democratic nominee, state Rep. James Talarico as "too low-T for Texas," putting manhood front and center in the race.
Can Talarico win over some of Cornyn’s voters in Texas?
Democrats hope so, but there are good reasons to be skeptical.
WATCH: Talarico embraces ‘freaky’ identity as crowds chant name meant as insult: ‘So weird’
James Talarico embraces the 'Talafreako' nickname from Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, selling merchandise as critics question the bold strategy.
Whole Hog Politics: A cringeworthy opening for Texas Senate general
James Talarico seems to know what he needs to do in order to keep the Senate race in Texas competitive in the long, hot summer. The question is whether Ken Paxton does. The same woke sensibili…
Talarico targets Paxton's scandals in Texas Senate race, pivoting from his sunny primary message
Texas Democrat James Talarico, a former middle school teacher and a state lawmaker from Austin, laid out a clear strategy for the months ahead: Litigating Paxton’s scandals to a weary electorate.
James Talarico Said God Is Nonbinary. What Does the Bible Say?
Republicans have pounced on an old statement as they seek to make gender politics the focus of the Senate campaign.
O’Rourke: Talarico ‘best I’ve seen’ during time in Texas politics
Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-Texas) said Wednesday that state Rep. James Talarico (D) is the “best” candidate he has seen during his time in Lone Star State politics. “He’s the best I’ve seen…
Talarico targets Paxton's scandals in Texas Senate race, pivoting from his sunny primary message
Texas Democrat James Talarico has launched his general election campaign for the U.S. Senate
Talarico makes stunning claim about why he thinks Texas elections aren't fully 'free and fair'
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico is claming state election laws amount to voter suppression, vowing to out-organize GOP rival Ken Paxton in 2026.
Takeaways from Texas' primary runoffs: Trump's power, the shifting Latino vote, the redistricting wars and more
A Skeptic’s Guide to Whether Texas Democrats Can Actually Win This Year
Democrats always proclaim Texas is in play. This year Republicans actually agree.