Talarico Wins Texas Democratic Senate Primary Over Crockett
James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in Texas Democratic Senate primary with 52.8% of votes amid voting challenges in key counties.
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President Donald Trump visited a Whataburger in Corpus Christi after a speech, buying burgers for patrons and receiving a '47' table tent gift, while emphasizing midterm election importance in his remarks.
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Cornyn, Talarico Campaign as Texas Early Voting Starts
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and State Rep. James Talarico held campaign events in Austin as early voting began in Texas.
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A University of Houston poll indicates Governor Abbott's endorsed candidates are behind in Republican primaries for comptroller and agriculture commissioner, testing his political influence.
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The Texas primary election is March 3. Here’s when early voting begins, registration deadlines and how to check your voter status.
Texas Democrats' rare upset win overshadowed by internal conflict
A stunning Democratic upset win in a deep-red Texas Senate district quickly gave way to renewed intraparty tensions over a controversial allegation in the U.S. Senate primary.
Kamala Harris Rebrands Campaign Hub as Permanent Youth Organizing Platform
Kamala Harris relaunches her campaign's KamalaHQ social media accounts as "Headquarters," a permanent youth organizing initiative with People For the American Way.
Austin protest: Elected officials to attend anti-ICE rally Saturday
Rep. James Talarico is hosting the rally, which is expected to include appearances by Joaquin Castro, Greg Casar and Gina Hinojosa.
Marcos Vélez Runs for Texas Lt. Governor with Blue-Collar Focus
Union organizer Marcos Vélez, a first-time Democratic candidate, enters the Texas lieutenant governor race arguing both parties have failed working-class voters, as he challenges Republicans and critiques his own party's leadership.
Texas 2026 Primary Election: Voter Registration and Key Dates
Texas’ 2026 primary election is approaching. Here’s when to register to vote, when early voting begins and what to know before Election Day.
How to Watch Texas Senate Debate Between Crockett and Talarico
Democratic candidates U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Texas Rep. James Talarico will debate live at 2 p.m. CT on Jan. 24, streamed on KXAN platforms.
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Reality TV star Farrah Abraham announced a run for Austin City Council, but her eligibility is in question due to residency requirements.
Austin Protest Demands Limits on Police Cooperation with ICE
Hundreds protested outside Austin City Hall, demanding limits on police cooperation with ICE and delivering a 10,000-signature petition to council members.
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Ken Paxton's AI Ad Shows Cornyn and Crockett Dancing in Bipartisan Spoof
Texas AG Ken Paxton's AI-generated campaign ad depicts Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Jasmine Crockett dancing together, amplifying their bipartisan ties amid a GOP primary feud.
Farrah Abraham Switches from Austin Mayor Bid to City Council Run
After learning Austin’s mayoral race isn’t until 2028, Farrah Abraham says she’ll run for City Council District 5 instead.