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With his scandalized general election opponent now set, the newest Texas Democrat phenom begins his barnstorming of the state.

Texas Observer

Here are the megadonors and dark money groups boosting James Talarico’s anti-billionaire Senate bid

As the Austin Democrat campaigns against big money in politics, he is being supported by a super PAC bankrolled by several billionaires, as well as nonprofits that do not have to disclose their funders.

The Texas Tribune

How a 27-year-old upstart unseated longtime Texas House Democrat Chris Turner

Junior Ezeonu, a Grand Prairie City Council member, defeated Turner in the Democratic primary, becoming the representative-elect for the southeast Tarrant County House district.

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“God is nonbinary”: GOP activates over Talarico’s past comments characterizing him as too radical for Texas

Talarico has suggested he would communicate some of his views differently today, but stood by the principles behind the comments Republicans are using to tar him as an extreme liberal.

The Texas Tribune

Could the latest liberal darling cost Democrats their best chance at flipping Texas Senate seat?

NEWS ANALYSIS: Jasmine Crockett’s decision to run for Senate has some sweating in the Lone Star state, Eric Garcia writes. But Republicans have just as many problems

The Independent UK

Jasmine Crockett, leaning toward Senate bid, schedules campaign event Monday

The Dallas congresswoman said she discussed polling with Colin Allred and James Talarico.

The Texas Tribune

A near upset in North Texas Senate race jolts frayed Democratic hopes ahead of 2026

Democrat Taylor Rehmet came within three percentage points of winning Senate District 9 — which voted for Donald Trump by over 17 points in 2024 — over his two Republican opponents.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas Democrats underperformed yet again. Now what?

Tuesday was another electoral blowout in which Democrats underperformed expectations, weakening their case that Texas is a battleground state worthy of investment and attention from the national party.

The Texas Tribune

Colin Allred keeps Kamala Harris at arms length as he makes a play for the center

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, who is facing off against Allred in his reelection campaign, has worked to tie Allred to Harris’ political record.

The Texas Tribune

Allred and Texas Dems bundle resources across the ballot

The statewide Democratic project will allow candidates across the ballot to share data and coordinate on grassroots operations.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott defends trip to East Asia during Hurricane Beryl

Abbott’s critics say he could have postponed the trip until the storm had passed, or at least cut it short once he saw the scale of the disaster.

The Texas Tribune

After overlooking O’Rourke, national Democrats show early confidence in Allred

Six years after Beto O’Rourke nearly toppled Ted Cruz, Democrats outside Texas are expressing confidence in Colin Allred’s 2024 challenge.

The Texas Tribune

State Rep. Julie Johnson and trauma surgeon Brian Williams lead pack to succeed U.S. Rep. Colin Allred

As Allred vies to unseat U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, a crowded field of 10 Democrats is lining up to replace him.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Democratic operatives form super PAC to oust Ted Cruz

A team of Texas operatives has launched a super PAC aimed at unseating Republican Sen. Ted Cruz.

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Texas Democrats aim for unity ahead of expected primary to take on U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz

Lose Cruz, a new super PAC, promises big spending to help the party’s eventual nominee in the 2024 campaign.

Tribune News Service

How Democrats are evolving on border security issue

After years of the Republican Party dominating the immigration conversation, President Joe Biden urged Congress to help secure the nation’s southern border with Mexico.

Texas Observer

Dallas Runoff Will Determine Heir to Powerhouse EBJ’s Seat in Congress

The race between Representative Jasmine Crockett and Jane Hope Hamilton has divided leaders of the North Texas Democratic establishment.

Roll Call

Democrats emphasize border security as midterms loom - Roll Call

The emphasis comes as the party, especially moderates facing reelection, comes up short on wins in immigration legislation.

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