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Exclusive | Republican Ken Paxton Partied in Dubai With Fugitives Ahead of High-Stakes Texas Senate Race
James Talarico Mental Health Conspiracy Falls Apart
The right is pushing a conspiracy theory that James Talarico was treated for a mental health crisis during a brief Texas Senate campaign absence.
‘I just had the flu’: James Talarico shoots down conservative speculation about his absence from the trail
In an interview with NBC Dallas-Fort Worth, the Democrat again challenged his Republican opponent, Ken Paxton, to a debate in the Texas Senate race.
Bad blood spills over in the Texas Senate race — and it’s tearing Republicans apart
Wounds haven’t healed from the contentious primary in which Ken Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn, and allies of both say the other side needs to do more to bring the party together.
Paxton vs. Talarico: They agree on the Cowboys but not much else
The Texas Senate rivals share a few of their favorite things, from football and food to movies, music and books.
Bets on midterm endorsements, rallies, debates and dropouts raise insider trading concerns
(CNN) — What will Vice President JD Vance say while campaigning Friday in Ohio? Will the Texas Senate candidates debate by this Thursday? And who else will get an endorsement
Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier
When Democratic nominee James Talarico stopped holding campaign events in the Texas Senate race, his Republican opponent Ken Paxton saw an opening to pounce.
Who Is Angela Paxton? Ken Paxton’s Estranged Wife Wades Into Texas Senate Battle—Without Mentioning Him
Angela Paxton, who is divorcing the Republican Texas Senate candidate, is breaking her silence on the race—while avoiding mentioning him.
‘He wants me to lose’: Paxton complains about lack of support from Cornyn in leaked audio
Ken Paxton has publicly said he would “love to have” John Cornyn’s support after their bruising Republican primary runoff in the Texas Senate race. But privately, Paxton has grown frustrated with the outgoing senator’s distance from his campaign.
‘We don’t want this right now’: James Talarico off the trail with the flu for 12 days
In final stretch of the Texas Senate race, Talarico has not appeared in person since Sept. 26; he is expected to be back this weekend. Opponent Ken Paxton is calling for “proof of life.”
Talarico steps off Texas Senate campaign trail after flu diagnosis
Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico has stepped off the campaign trail after being diagnosed with the flu. Talarico disclosed his illness Sept. 29 at a virtual forum sponsored by the
'Somebody messed up, right?' Texas Senate ads appeared during NFL games nationwide. Here's why.
Send us your questions for Texas Senate candidate James Talarico
Calling all Texas Republicans, Democrats, and Independents! Are you a registered voter in Texas? Then submit questions for CNN & Jubilee’s Town Hall with James Talarico on Wednesday, October 14 and engage in a direct conversation with the Texas Democratic Senate candidate on the issues that matter most to you.
Ken Paxton’s estranged wife urges voters to back him in new ad
The ad hit the airwaves as Republican Ken Paxton is lagging behind Democratic candidate James Talarico in polls on the Texas Senate race.
Ken Paxton’s Christian identity politics obscure a history of scandal
The Texas Senate candidate rose to power as a culture warrior. His record is a marriage of hypocrisy and cynicism
Fox News agrees to host Texas Senate debate; no word from Paxton yet
The last Senate race in Texas not to have a debate was in 2000.
Top Democrats Start to Fund James Talarico in Texas Senate Race
The main super PAC for Senate Democrats will begin to run digital ads in the state’s Senate race, in a sign of the party’s growing confidence.
Talarico, Paxton want to cut federal gas taxes as they court Hispanic voters in Texas Senate race
Texas Senate race puts North Texas suburbs in focus ahead of early voting
New reporting shows cracks among some traditionally Republican voters as Ken Paxton and James Talarico battle for suburban support.
Alyssa Edwards Responds to Ken Paxton’s Anti-Drag Attack Ad
The ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ star has unexpectedly found herself at the center of a heated Texas Senate race.
Texas Senate race focuses on high prices — but what can candidates actually do about it?
Affordability has dominated the U.S. Senate race in Texas. Both James Talarico and Ken Paxton have promised to help voters' pocketbooks.
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.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico: Voters are "tired of this professional wrestling" in politics
GOP pollster: Texas Senate race ‘is a race that Republicans cannot afford to lose’
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.
Trump-aligned super PAC to spend $10 million in Texas Senate race
Trump told reporters that the MAGA Inc., super PAC would spend between $400 and $500 million on midterm races.
Trump’s first major midterm money move: A $10M Texas Senate ad blitz
BRIDGEWATER, New Jersey — The political group associated with President Donald Trump is spending $10 million on television and digital advertisements...
Trump’s Super PAC Will Spend $10 Million on Texas Senate Race
A financial filing announcing the TV and digital ad buy is the first general election spending by MAGA Inc. The group intends to boost the Republican nominee, Ken Paxton.
Trump’s first major midterm money move: A $10M Texas Senate ad blitz
President Donald Trump's political group is spending $10 million on ads in the Texas Senate race.
Trump’s first major midterm money move: A $10M Texas Senate ad blitz
President Donald Trump's political group is spending $10 million on ads in the Texas Senate race.
Trump’s First Major Midterm Money Move: A $10M Texas Senate Ad Blitz
BRIDGEWATER, New Jersey (AP) — The political group associated with President Donald Trump is spending $10 million on television and digital advertisements in the Texas Senate race, according to a Saturday filing with the Federal Election Commission. This is the first significant spending in a ...
Musk has started spending money to help Ken Paxton. Will it help change the course of the Texas Senate race?
For months, Texas Republicans have anxiously awaited the arrival of national resources to help boost Ken Paxton, one of the GOP’s most vulnerable Senate candidates.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cook Political Report moves Texas, Iowa Senate races to toss-ups
The nonpartisan election analysis website moved the Iowa and Texas Senate races from "lean Republican" to "toss up" on Thursday
Cook Political Report moves Texas, Iowa Senate races to toss-ups
The nonpartisan election analysis website moved the Iowa and Texas Senate races from "lean Republican" to "toss up" on Thursday
Outgunned Ken Paxton Needs a Trump-Musk Bailout
The Texas Senate race is now a toss-up, and Paxton may finally get some much-needed cash.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Texas Senate Race Is Going to Be Pure Slime
It was another banner week of politics in America.
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.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Mayoral candidates discuss vision for Tyler ahead of runoff election
Blake Holland interviews Tyler mayoral runoff candidates John Nix and Stuart Hene in the debut episode of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now. Pine Tree ISD superintendent Steve Clugston also discusses his run as a conservative independent for Texas Senate District 1.
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.
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
The Texas Senate candidates have two radically different visions of Christianity
A religious fight is brewing in the Lone Star state.
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.
Ken Paxton’s controversies take center stage in his Texas Senate matchup with James Talarico
Ken Paxton weathered a long list of scandals in the years leading up to his decisive victory Tuesday in the Republican primary runoff for Senate in Texas.
John Cornyn spent years building the GOP. MAGA tore him down.
It’s a loss for the Republican establishment, which viewed the brutal Texas Senate runoff as a battle for the soul of the party.
Cook Political Report shifts Texas Senate rating toward Democrats after Paxton runoff victory
The nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report shifted its rating of the Texas Senate race toward Democrats on Tuesday, from “likely Republican” to “lean Republican,” after state Attorn…
Attorney General Ken Paxton wins Texas Senate primary, defeating Cornyn
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency.
Texas Senate primary runoff election: Incumbent Cornyn faces off against Trump-endorsed Paxton
Cornyn fights to hold Texas Senate seat in runoff with Trump-backed Paxton
Vote for Republican nomination is latest test of President’s grip over GOP
In Paxton, Cornyn runoff, Texas Republicans face disappointment
The Texas Senate runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton highlights a Republican Party torn between establishment pragmatism and combative populism.
Trump flexes MAGA muscle in Texas Senate runoff clash between Cornyn and Paxton
Texas Senate runoff pits Trump-backed Ken Paxton against Sen. John Cornyn in a high-stakes GOP battle with major midterm election implications.
Who is Ken Paxton, the Texas senate candidate endorsed by President Trump?
Paxton makes his final pitch in the Texas Senate race against Cornyn, buoyed by Trump's endorsement
Republican Ken Paxton is riding high as the Texas attorney general heads into the final days of the U.S. Senate primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn, now with the weight of President Donald Trump's backing.
Trump roasts Dem candidate as unelectable for cardinal sin in Texas
Trump says Democrat James Talarico can't win Texas Senate race because "he's a vegan in Texas," while endorsing AG Ken Paxton in the GOP primary.
What to watch for tonight in Thomas Massie’s unique district: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump wades into the Texas Senate runoff with a last-minute endorsement.
Who Is Ken Paxton, Trump’s Pick in the Texas Senate Race?
Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, seems poised to defeat Senator John Cornyn, a four-term incumbent.
Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary
US president calls Paxton an ‘America First Patriot’ and ‘MAGA Warrior’ ahead of runoff against John Cornyn
Map passed by North Texas Senator upheld by U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld controversial Texas Congressional maps, ruled there there can be nearly limitless gerrymandering in the states for partisan reasons, and took a chunk out of the Voting Rights Act. Lone Star Politics speaks with Senator Phil King, R-Weatherford, chair of the redistricting committee in the Texas Senate.
Talarico torched after pastor's 'disgusting' Trump shooting remark as Cornyn says 'Texans should be outraged'
Sen. Cornyn demands Texas Senate candidate James Talarico condemn his pastor, who Cornyn says made light of the Trump assassination attempt at a sermon.
In Texas Senate Race, Talarico Is Out-Raising His G.O.P. Opponents
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee, has been amassing campaign cash as Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton still battle each other.
Trump, Iran Tensions, Birthright Citizenship Fight, and Texas Senate Drama
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
CPAC activists embrace Paxton as MAGA's choice for Texas Senate over Cornyn
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has positioned himself as the grassroots favorite in the runoff election to determine the party’s Senate nominee
No Trump Endorsement for Cornyn or Paxton in Texas Senate Race as Deadline Passes
President Trump’s decision not to weigh in before the deadline means both John Cornyn and Ken Paxton remain on the ballot, extending their costly and increasingly personal battle into a May runoff.
Trump said he wanted one of the Texas Senate candidates to drop out. Now he’s missed the deadline
President Donald Trump promised his endorsement was forthcoming in the GOP Texas Senate runoff and said he wanted whoever he didn’t pick to drop out. But now — preoccupied with the Iran war and a doomed voting bill — he’s missed a critical deadline.
Trump said he’d endorse a Republican in the Texas Senate race six days ago. What’s the holdup?
Ken Paxton Is Still Very Much in the Texas Senate Race
The Texas attorney general’s big electoral gambit is paying off, at least for now.
Trump says it's 'too soon' to talk about seizing Iran's oil — but doesn't rule it out
In a phone call with NBC News on Monday, Trump weighed in on Iran's new leader, the Texas Senate race and his push to get the SAVE America Act through Congress.
The Texas Senate Race Is About to Get Very Ugly
A runoff, resentments, and the question of whether a Democrat can win statewide
One big takeaway for Democrats from the Texas Senate primary: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Trump administration’s mixed messages on the Iran war.
Trump Is Expected to Endorse Cornyn
Republican strategists hope the endorsement will make the Texas Senate race less expensive and less competitive.
Republicans Cornyn and Paxton advance to Texas Senate runoff
Four-term Sen. John Cornyn and his allies spent nearly $70 million to survive the first round of the party’s nomination fight on Tuesday. He was slightly ahead of conservative firebrand Ken Paxton, the state attorney general, with more votes still being counted on Wednesday.
Jasmine Crockett concedes, James Talarico wins Texas Senate primary
The race was called overnight, following confusion over polling close times that led the Texas Supreme Court to weigh in.
Talarico’s Win in Texas Shows That Nice Guys Can Finish First
At a moment when many Democrats are campaigning on rage and resistance, James Talarico took a different tack in his campaign in the Texas Senate primary.
Texas GOP Rep Wesley Hunt vows political comeback, does not yet endorse Cornyn or Paxton
Rep. Wesley Hunt vowed a comeback after finishing third in Texas Senate Republican primary behind John Cornyn and Ken Paxton on Tuesday.
Opinion | It’s the Troll vs. the Bore in the G.O.P. Texas Senate Runoff
The state needs intelligent and responsible political leadership, but will it get it?
James Talarico will win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race, CNN projects
State Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, placing a once little-known state legislator at the top of the party’s ticket for the general election in November.
Talarico Defeats Crockett in Texas Senate Democratic Primary
In the GOP contest, Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton advanced to a runoff in May.
What tonight’s Texas Senate primaries could mean for the Senate majority in 2027
Texas Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Texas Senate primary election as Republican and Democratic votes are counted by candidate and county.
James Talarico preaches faith, love, and healing. Do voters actually want that?
Democrats want fighters. A Texas Senate candidate is focused on faith.
Emerson College releases poll for Texas Senate primaries. See results
Emerson College Polling released its final surveys for the Texas Senate primaries. See who is winning.
Five Testy Moments From the Acrimonious Texas Senate Primaries
Ahead of Tuesday’s vote, the Democratic and Republican races have become increasingly personal and contentious.
A Texas Senate race is testing Democrats’ stomach for race and gender fights
Latino voters will probably decide the primary contest between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico -- two rising stars who are stylistic opposites.
The Texas Senate Primary Offers a Test Case for Each Party
Should Democrats concentrate on swing voters or their base? Can more traditional Republicans win in the MAGA era? Tuesday’s Senate primary in Texas will show the direction the parties are taking.
Stephen A. Smith says Rep. Jasmine Crockett is Dems best bet for Texas Senate seat
Kamala Harris Endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Race
The endorsement from the former vice president, her most significant since leaving office, comes as Ms. Crockett is facing a competitive Democratic primary contest against James Talarico.