Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt joins contentious Republican primary for Senate - Roll Call Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt launched a Senate run Monday, roiling an already contentious and costly Republican primary. Roll Call · Oct 6, 2025
Democratic Rising Star Outraises Colin Allred After Announcing Texas Senate Run State Rep. James Talarico, a rising star in the Democratic party, has outraised Colin Allred in the three weeks since announcing a Senate run in Texas Latin Times · Oct 2, 2025
Talarico outraises Allred with massive fundraising haul to kick off Senate Democratic primary The Austin state lawmaker took in $6.2 million in the three weeks since he launched his bid, outpacing the $4.1 million Allred raised over the last three months. The Texas Tribune · Oct 1, 2025
James Talarico’s progressive take on Christianity made him an online sensation. Will it translate to his Texas Senate bid? The Austin lawmaker says his faith fuels his vision of a Democratic Party that “fights back” against billionaires. Republican critics say his stances are at odds with Scripture. The Texas Tribune · Sep 16, 2025
Democratic voters favor undeclared candidates O’Rourke and Crockett in hypothetical Senate primary, poll finds The survey found many Texas voters are either undecided or would support candidates who haven’t actually entered the race. It also showed GOP Sen. John Cornyn leading Attorney General Ken Paxton. The Texas Tribune · Sep 12, 2025
At the Races: A sad reminder - Roll Call Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including a tragic shooting and more campaign launches. Roll Call · Sep 11, 2025
Quick Facts on James Talarico: Age, Family, Career, Marriage & Why He's Running for Texas Senate James Talarico launches 2026 US Senate bid in Texas, offering generational leadership, faith-inspired politics and education reform in a crowded Democratic field. International Business Times UK · Sep 9, 2025
In U.S. Senate bid, Rep. James Talarico promises to take on GOP billionaires and bridge political divides A former public school teacher, Talarico has emerged as one of Texas Democrats’ strongest communicators. He joins Colin Allred and Terry Virts in the primary. The Texas Tribune · Sep 9, 2025
Texas Rep. James Talarico to launch Democratic primary bid for U.S. Senate The Austin Democrat has made a name for himself with his viral social media presence. His entry to the race pits him against former U.S. Rep. Colin Allred in the increasingly crowded primary. The Texas Tribune · Sep 5, 2025
Fox News host rages at rising Democrat for accusing him of abruptly ending interview ‘I just went on Fox News to tell the truth about the redistricting power grab in Texas,’ James Talarico tweeted. ‘He refused to answer — and cut the interview early.’ The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2025
TribFest lineup adds CNN’s Abby Phillip, former AG Eric Holder, and new generation of Texas leaders Reps. Caroline Fairly and James Talarico, along with Texas attorney general candidate Aaron Reitz, also join us to talk Texas’ future this November The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025
Colin Allred wants voters to know “I’m just as angry as they are” in new Senate bid Allred says he has learned to show up more in his attempt at a Senate do-over. But critics contend he’s not generating enough attention. The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025
Rep. James Talarico mulls U.S. Senate bid as his profile rises amid Texas Democrats’ redistricting standoff The Democratic state lawmaker has inquired about Senate television ad rates, two sources told the Tribune. The Texas Tribune · Aug 8, 2025
Texas Democrats know they may lose redistricting protest, but hope to spark a national fight Democrats concede there’s only so much they can do to keep Texas from redrawing its maps. But they want to encourage blue states to retaliate. The Texas Tribune · Aug 8, 2025
Benzinga · Jul 25, 2025 This Republican Lawmaker Sold Shares In Centene Days Before Advancing Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' With Medicaid Cuts: Report A Republican lawmaker is facing scrutiny after selling shares in Medicaid provider Centene Corp. (NYSE:CNC) just days before voting to advance legislation that included significant cuts to Medicaid.
Benzinga · Jul 24, 2025 Joe Rogan Says Most Americans Are One Catastrophe Away From Losing Everything, Says AI And UBI Income Will Bring Chaos And Addiction Joe Rogan has been talking a lot about the future lately, and he's not exactly optimistic. From conversations with Democratic Texas Rep. James Talarico to Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and entrepreneur Billy Carson, the comedian and podcaster has painted a picture of an America where most people are just getting…
The Guardian - US · Jul 23, 2025 Joe Rogan anoints a new progressive star – can James Talarico triumph in Texas? The state house member seemed like an unlikely aspirant for the US Senate battle, but an appearance on Rogan sparked the question: can he turn Texas blue?
The Texas Tribune · Jun 28, 2025 Top Texas Democrats ponder the state’s future at forum amid questions about what’s next for their party Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke was joined at his San Antonio town hall by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro and state Rep. James Talarico, whose names have been floated for statewide office.
The Texas Tribune · Jun 16, 2025 Here are some of the Texas Democrats eyeing statewide runs in 2026 Democrats will need to sort through a pileup of potential candidates who see an opportunity to harness backlash to the Trump administration in next year’s midterms.
Latin Times · May 30, 2025 Texas Poised to Become Largest State to Enforce Ten Commandments Display in Schools as ACLU Vows to Sue: 'Blatantly Unconstitutional' Texas is on the verge of becoming the largest state to require the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom
Latin Times · May 30, 2025 Texas Lawmaker Mocks Politicians' Morals in Vote on Ten Commandments in Classrooms: 'Maybe Try Following Before Mandating' A Texas lawmaker mocked the morals of his fellow legislators during a vote on displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms across the state.
Texas Observer · May 29, 2025 Texas House Passes Raft of Dan Patrick Priorities Imposing Conservative Mandates on Public Ed In final days of session, the lower chamber voted to further advance the classroom culture wars.
The Texas Tribune · May 27, 2025 Texas parents, school boards may have more control over school library books after House OKs bill Senate Bill 13 would require school boards or advisory councils to approve new books and review complaints. Critics worry the bill would lead to banning classic titles and create administrative logjams.
The Texas Tribune · May 25, 2025 Texas will require public school classrooms to display Ten Commandments under bill nearing passage The House has approved Senate Bill 10 even though a similar Louisiana law was deemed unconstitutional. Supporters say Christianity is core to U.S. history.
The Texas Tribune · Apr 30, 2025 A 20-hour wait to speak: A pre-dawn House panel takes up Ten Commandments bill Dozens of people who signed up to speak were ready at 4 a.m. to debate whether public school classrooms should have to display the Ten Commandments.