News|ElectionsTexas Senate race: Democrat Talarico wins; GOP’s Cornyn, Paxton in run-offWinner of May run-off between Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton to face Democrat James Talarico.
James Talarico has emerged victorious over Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary for the Senate in Texas.
James Talarico has emerged victorious over Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary for the Senate in Texas.
The forthcoming run-off on Fri, May 26, 2023, will determine Talarico's opponent. The contest is between Republican Senator John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. This race is anticipated to intensify in the coming months.
On Tue, May 9, 2023, Texas, alongside North Carolina and Arkansas, commenced the midterm elections. These elections are significant as they will influence the control of Congress.
James Talarico has emerged victorious over Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary for the Senate in Texas.
Senator John Cornyn is seeking re-election for a fifth term, facing significant competition from Ken Paxton, the state attorney general. Representative Wesley Hunt also participated but finished third, necessitating a run-off as no candidate secured the required 50% vote to win the nomination outright.
All candidates emphasized their affiliations with former President Donald Trump, who has not yet endorsed any candidate in the race. Both Cornyn and Paxton are likely to seek Trump's endorsement moving forward.
Cornyn expressed concerns regarding a potential run-off victory by Paxton, suggesting it could negatively impact the party's prospects. In contrast, Paxton highlighted his recent visit to Mar-a-Lago and emphasized the independence of Texas politics.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.