Texas Democrat James Talarico Is Out-Raising His G.O.P. Opponents

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by Lauren McGaughy
April 17, 2026
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Texas Democrat James Talarico is out-raising his G.O.P. opponents in campaign fundraising.

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Texas Democrat James Talarico is out-raising his G.O.P. opponents in campaign fundraising. This financial advantage comes as Republican Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton are still engaged in their own electoral battles. Talarico, the Democratic nominee, is amassing significant campaign cash while his potential Republican challengers are distracted. This situation could give Talarico a crucial head start in advertising and organizing for the general election.

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