James Talarico

A new poll showed that Ken Paxton and James Talarico are closely matched in a Texas Senate race less than three months from the midterm election. According to an Emerson College Polling/Nexstar Media survey, Paxton polled at 47 percent while Talarico polled at 46 percent.

James Talarico was featured in a resurfaced 2023 clip discussing how his church housing an undocumented family that was close to ICE deportation led him into politics. During the interview, he criticized what he termed "Christo-fascism," arguing that this movement uses faith to exercise raw political and social power. Opponents of Talarico have drawn criticism over his statements regarding illegal immigrants and border security.

James Talarico was accused of bragging in a resurfaced interview that his church housed undocumented immigrants close to deportation by ICE, stating that "Christianity is just another word for causing trouble." In the clip, he connected his faith to progressive causes and critiqued the religious right's alleged "Christo-fascism," citing Texas laws like those regarding the Ten Commandments display and abortion bans.

James Talarico and Ken Paxton presented competing plans related to affordability. Both individuals laid out their respective economic paths at events that took place in the Dallas area this week.

James Talarico accused Ken Paxton of voter fraud related to an address where he no longer lived. The Texas Tribune and ProPublica found that Talarico's own voter registration also appears to involve a similar issue.

State Rep. James Talarico accused Ken Paxton of voter fraud, but ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found Talarico voted using his parents’ address after purchasing a nearby home, potentially violating voting laws. Paxton, Talarico’s Senate opponent, also faced similar allegations for voting at an address where he allegedly no longer resides. Both have not fully disclosed their voting histories, and an attorney noted Texas election laws are broadly worded, making fraud determinations challenging.

James Talarico is leading Ken Paxton in the U.S. Senate race according to a poll released by Texas Southern University’s Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center. This is the third consecutive poll showing Talarico ahead of Paxton.

Three polls show Democrat James Talarico narrowly leading Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate race, with Talarico at 47% and Paxton at 45% in the latest survey. Paxton faces challenges among white and Latino voters, and his campaign has not yet received expected financial support from the GOP establishment.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for Senate, is trailing Democrat James Talarico by two points in a new poll. The survey by the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University shows Talarico leading with 47 percent.

The Texas ban on several THC products, effective Friday, is being criticized by Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico as a 'gift to the cartels.' Republican opponent Ken Paxton, the state's Attorney General, has previously sued Texas cities for decriminalizing marijuana.

James Talarico, a Texas candidate, is countering GOP attacks on his masculinity by focusing on issues like diet, sexuality, and religious beliefs. He aims to redefine masculinity through public service and personal actions, amid a broader political effort to attract male voters in the Senate race.

James Talarico leads Ken Paxton in a Fox News poll for the Texas Senate race, with 51 percent support compared to Paxton's 48 percent. The poll highlights Talarico's growing support among Republican voters.

Progressive religious leaders and politicians, including Abdul El-Sayed, discuss how faith informs their views on inequality and economic policies. The interfaith roundtable in Detroit highlighted campaigns for policies like Medicare for All, with some candidates facing criticism for being too left-leaning in swing states.

A Texas Public Opinion Research poll shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by five points in the Texas Senate race. Affordability is cited as a primary concern for voters in the race.

Right-wing commentators and media figures have attacked Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico for not meeting their standards of masculinity, labeling him 'vegan,' 'transgender,' and 'Tofu Talarico.' The article contrasts Talarico's 'choirboy looks' and religious liberalism with his Republican opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who faces corruption allegations. It critiques the politicization of masculinity by both parties, highlighting examples like the Trump administration's focus on 'masculinity influencers' and policies.

James Talarico's campaign is challenging Ken Paxton, who has faced years of scandals, by framing him as part of a corrupt political culture that has not improved public welfare. Talarico's team is analyzing Paxton's past election strategies to inform their own approach.

Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, has repeatedly survived political challenges despite scandals, including accusations of securities fraud and theft. James Talarico, a Democratic primary winner, now faces Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race, attempting to shift public perception of Paxton's record.

Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, has repeatedly survived political challenges despite scandals, including securities fraud charges and accusations of theft. James Talarico, a Democratic primary winner, now faces Paxton in a closely watched U.S. Senate race, attempting to leverage past controversies against him.

Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, has repeatedly survived political challenges despite scandals, including charges of securities fraud, and now faces James Talarico in a U.S. Senate race. Previous opponents like Justin Nelson and George P. Bush lost to Paxton, who frames himself as a victim of political persecution. Talarico's campaign aims to highlight a broader culture of corruption, while Paxton's team dismisses such claims as distractions.

Ken Paxton, Texas GOP Senate nominee, is attempting to replicate Donald Trump’s appeal to Hispanic voters by emphasizing border security and culture war issues, while Democrats highlight economic strains caused by Trump’s immigration policies. Republican campaign events in McAllen targeted Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico with cultural critiques, but local Hispanic voters remain influenced by economic concerns.

James Talarico, a U.S. Senate candidate, is campaigning along the Texas-Mexico border to regain support from Hispanic voters who shifted to the Republican Party. He focuses on economic issues, arguing the system is rigged against working people, while addressing concerns about rising living costs and border security.

James Talarico, a U.S. Senate candidate in Texas, is touring the state's southern border with Mexico to seek support from Hispanic voters. The article notes that Hispanic voters in the region have shifted toward the GOP.

James Talarico, a candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, resurfaced 2019 comments criticizing immigration detention conditions, stating he would not allow his family to be held in such facilities. His remarks have drawn scrutiny amid his campaign to challenge a Republican-held Senate seat, with the Republican National Committee accusing him of supporting dangerous policies and downplaying border security concerns.

James Talarico, a U.S. Senate candidate in Texas, resurfaced 2019 comments criticizing immigration detention conditions, stating he would not allow his family to be held in such facilities. His remarks have drawn scrutiny over his border policy stance, with critics accusing him of aligning with criminal immigrants while questioning federal resource allocation on the border.

Border residents want crossings controlled, and Republican and Democratic nominees for U.S. Senate Ken Paxton and James Talarico are campaigning in border cities. Paxton spoke in McAllen, and Talarico held a town hall in Eagle Pass, with voters expressing concerns about deportations.

Campaign finance data indicates Republicans may not be supporting U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton, as Democrat James Talarico has raised three times more funds than Paxton. The article questions whether supporters of John Cornyn will influence the outcome.

Ken Paxton accused James Talarico of being 'anti-law enforcement' during a campaign event in Fort Worth. The claim was made against Talarico, Paxton's Senate opponent.

James Talarico has pledged $25 million to target Black voters in his U.S. Senate campaign. Polling shows him in a statistical dead heat with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

The article tracks fundraising and spending in the U.S. Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton, highlighting super PAC contributions and noting it as Texas' most expensive Senate race.

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico faced a harsh reception at a Houston town hall on Sunday. A Black woman yelled, 'So you stay here, you answer our questions or you suffer the consequences,' while other attendees clapped in support.

A Detroit rally for Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, featuring Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, drew a predominantly white crowd. Attendees and local residents expressed skepticism about socialism's appeal in blue-collar Michigan, with concerns raised about AIPAC ties and the viability of El-Sayed's campaign.

Ken Paxton, the Republican Party of Texas nominee for Senate, has been out-raised by his rival James Talarico. The 2026 Midterms fundraising edge is a focal point of the race.

Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico faces criticism after the family of a child sex abuse victim disputed his claim of contact with them, stating they are 'tired of being used' in the election. Talarico accused his opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, of negotiating a favorable plea deal for Adam Hoffman, a former attorney charged with child abuse. The victim's family denied providing statements to Talarico and criticized both candidates for using their case.

Texas Democrat James Talarico faces criticism after the family of a child sex abuse victim denied his campaign's claims of contact, stating they are 'tired of being used' in the election. Talarico accused Republican Senate opponent Ken Paxton of securing a lenient plea deal for Adam Hoffman, but the victim's family disputed Talarico's team's involvement.

Ken Paxton and James Talarico have agreed to debate in a U.S. Senate race. Paxton, a Republican, has not debated in over a decade, and the encounter with Talarico, a Democrat, may be pivotal for the competitive race.

James Talarico, a U.S. Senate candidate in Texas, criticized the Trump administration's Big Bend border wall plans during a campaign event in West Texas, labeling it a 'monument to corruption.'

James Talarico, a Democratic state representative running for U.S. Senate in Texas, argues that the Second Amendment supports gun control by citing the phrase 'well regulated.' Jonathan Turley critiques this interpretation, noting Talarico omits the word 'militia' that follows 'well regulated' in the amendment. The article highlights legal debates over the amendment's wording and upcoming Supreme Court cases on gun laws.

Texas Hispanics who previously supported Trump are shifting toward Democrats due to immigration enforcement impacts on businesses. A new poll shows one in five Hispanic business owners in Texas experienced employee deportations, with seven in ten citing economic harm from Trump’s policies. Democrat James Talarico leads Republican Ken Paxton among Hispanic voters in the U.S. Senate race.

Texas state Rep. James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate for Texas, launched his 'Frontera Tour' in El Paso with a town-hall meeting on July 11 at the Plaza Theatre. He discussed comprehensive immigration reform, education, and affordability issues in border communities.

Progressive Democratic candidates are shifting focus to populist economic messages to counter attacks on their past social media posts advocating for defunding the police and identity politics. They argue affordability issues like healthcare and housing will resonate more with voters than past progressive stances, while some candidates have walked back or apologized for specific controversial posts.