James Talarico wins Texas Senate race in historic victory for Democrats
James Talarico, a 37-year-old Democrat running in Texas's Senate race, emerged as the winner after defeating Republican Ken Paxton in the historic midterm election. Talarico's win marked a significant shift in Texas's political landscape, with Democrats gaining control of the Senate for the first time since 1988.
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Published 04 Nov 2026, 04:06 UTC · Updated 04 Nov 2026, 04:21 UTC
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