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Media · United StatesJames Talarico appears on SNL after Texas Senate win
Texas Senator-elect James Talarico made a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live's post-election cold open. He introduced himself by referencing his campaign's daily $5 text requests and also commented on the show's recurring Donald Trump sketch.
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Politics · United StatesUndercover Videos Released on James Talarico Before Midterms
Undercover videos released by the O'Keefe Media Group one day before the midterm elections feature individuals claiming James Talarico's moderate public stance is a campaign strategy. The tapes allege he holds progressive positions privately.
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Steven Crowder sues CNN, Jubilee, and James Talarico over trademark
Steven Crowder announced he is suing CNN, Jubilee, and Texas Senate candidate James Talarico. Crowder alleges the defendants infringed on his registered trademark for his 'Change My Mind' town hall format.
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Politics · United StatesTalarico ad criticises Biden on border, draws union fire
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico released a campaign ad stating he "called out Joe Biden for failing us on the border." The ad has drawn criticism from the National Border Patrol Union, which claims Talarico does not support border security.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico Explains Past Controversial Comments
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico defended past statements on God's gender, capitalism, and the abolition of ICE during a CNN-hosted town hall. He stated his 'God is nonbinary' comment was meant to be provocative and that his capitalism remarks were taken out of context.
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Politics · United StatesJD Vance comments on James Talarico's search history
Vice President JD Vance made remarks about Democratic candidate James Talarico's search history, focusing on transgender kids and drag queens. Vance's comments have drawn criticism, with some outlets calling them homophobic and unfounded.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico denies mental health claims after right-wing smear
A conspiracy theory alleging Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was treated for a mental breakdown at a facility in Ohio has been debunked. Talarico stated he had the flu, and the facility confirmed he was never a patient.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico absence from campaign trail linked to Ohio facility
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was absent from public campaign events for nearly two weeks. His campaign stated he was recovering from the flu. Commentators Benny Johnson and Nick Sortor shared an audio recording they claim links Talarico to an Ohio mental health facility.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico reappears at festival after nine-day absence
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico reappeared at the Austin City Limits festival on Friday, nine days after his last public appearance. His return followed an absence attributed to the flu, which had prompted criticism and speculation from his Republican opponent.
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Politics · United StatesWillie Nelson endorses Democrat James Talarico for Texas Senate
Country music star Willie Nelson has endorsed Democratic state Representative James Talarico in the Texas Senate race. The endorsement is part of a new campaign effort called 'Rural Texans for Talarico,' focusing on issues important to rural communities.
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Politics · United StatesJames Talarico leads Ken Paxton 51-49 in Texas Senate race, poll shows
A new Fox News poll shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by two points in the Texas Senate race. The poll also indicates Greg Abbott ahead in the gubernatorial contest, with cost of living a key issue for voters.
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Media · United StatesKimmel's Talarico interview moves to YouTube, gains millions of views
An interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, pulled from ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" due to FCC pressure, has garnered millions of views on YouTube. The move has sparked debate about censorship and the role of the FCC in broadcast content.
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Media · United StatesJimmy Kimmel moves interview with James Talarico to YouTube
Jimmy Kimmel announced his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico would not air on ABC due to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) pressure. The interview will instead be posted on YouTube. The decision comes amid a broader dispute between ABC's parent company, Disney, and the FCC over broadcast licenses.
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James Talarico walks back past statements on gender and trans athletes
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico has revised past statements regarding gender and transgender athletes. He now states he opposes transgender girls competing in sports if it compromises safety or fairness, a shift from his previous stances.
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Politics · United StatesMinister says some congregants wished Trump assassin more successful
Rev. Babs Miller, a minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas, stated that some congregants wished the young man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump had been more successful. Miller also indicated that most congregants do not truly believe in Christian teachings. James Talarico, a Democratic Party Senate candidate, is a longtime congregant of the church.
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Politics · United StatesDavid Maxwell, former Texas AG aide, endorses James Talarico in Senate race
Former Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s ex‑director of law enforcement, David Maxwell, appears in a campaign ad endorsing Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico. Maxwell, who reported Paxton to the FBI and won a $6.6 million judgment, says Paxton ended his five‑decade career.
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Politics · United StatesMAGA Inc. to spend $10 million on Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton
A filing with the Federal Election Commission shows MAGA Inc. will spend at least $10 million to support Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate bid against Democrat James Talarico, with President Donald Trump saying he will fund Republicans he believes can win.
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Politics · United StatesJasmine Crockett will not campaign with James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett announced she will not campaign with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas U.S. Senate race. Crockett stated her focus will be on supporting other candidates in lower-profile races.
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Talarico seeks release of Paxton depositions in Texas Senate race
James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, is seeking to release deposition transcripts from a civil fraud case. The depositions involve Republican opponent Ken Paxton, who was connected to the company at the centre of the lawsuit. Paxton has denied previous allegations.
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Politics · United StatesTed Cruz predicts $200 million Texas Senate race
Republican Senator Ted Cruz has predicted that the race for the Texas Senate seat will cost $200 million. The contest features Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton against Democratic state Rep. James Talarico and is considered key to Senate control.
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