Summary
James Talarico won the Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, defeating Jasmine Crockett. He will face either John Cornyn or Ken Paxton, who are competing in a Republican runoff, in the general election. The primary drew significant attention and broke records for spending.
Key Facts
- James Talarico claimed the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Texas.
- He defeated Jasmine Crockett in the primary election.
- Talarico will face the winner of a Republican runoff between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.
- The primary saw record levels of fundraising and advertising spending, totaling over $110 million.
- Talarico raised more than $21 million by the end of the primary race.
- Jasmine Crockett raised nearly $8.6 million, with much of it from her previous House campaign.
- The Associated Press called the primary race for Talarico on Wednesday morning.
- Democrats have not won a U.S. Senate seat in Texas since 1988.
