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James Talarico
James Talarico is a Texas House member since 2018 running as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Texas. He returned to campaigning after a flu break and faced scrutiny in town‑hall debates, including a CNN event in Fort Worth. As of October 30, 2026, a poll shows him tied with Republican Ken Paxton, with Paxton at 48.7% and Talarico at 47.6%.
What to know
- Paxton 48.7%, Talarico 47.6% in a 1,221‑voter poll Oct 30
- Talarico leads among women, independents and Hispanic voters Oct 30
- Vance spoke at a Republican rally in Monroe, Michigan, less than three weeks before the November 3 election. Oct 15
- He referenced James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas. Oct 15
- Talarico, a Texas House member since 2018, re‑entered the campaign trail after a flu break. Oct 14
Timeline
- Oct 30, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026
- Oct 14, 2026
- Oct 14, 2026
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- Oct 12, 2026
- Oct 11, 2026






