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Things to Watch for During the Big Texas Primary WSJ
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Things to Watch for During the Big Texas Primary WSJ

The party’s rising star defeated Representative Jasmine Crockett in the race to earn a seat in the Senate in the November midterms. The Republican nominee will be decided in a runoff

“We are not going to have election results tonight in Dallas County,” Democratic Senate candidate Jasmine Crockett told supporters late Tuesday just after primary polls closed in Texas…

Texas Democratic Senate candidates Talarico and Crockett focused on gun control after Austin shooting, avoiding addressing possible Islamic terrorism concerns.

Texas Senate primary between Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt could decide Republican control in 2026. Democrats Crockett and Talarico battle for nomination.

Texas Senate primaries reveal deep political divisions as voters navigate choices between Cornyn, Paxton, Crockett, and Talarico amid Iran strikes.
Vice President Kamala Harris has officially endorsed Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Democratic Senate primary.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is facing criticism after reportedly having armed guards remove a 'white girl' reporter from a rally.

Rapper Cardi B publicly endorsed Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett for the Democratic Senate primary, urging her followers to vote for her.
A white woman tearfully explained her decision not to vote for a specific candidate in a Senate primary, citing concerns about the candidate's ability to win the general election.
A Texas Democrat has publicly stated support for Talarico over Crockett, citing the need for a candidate who can win, highlighting internal party dynamics.

GOP strategist Matthew Bartlett appeared on MS NOW Saturday, where he argued Democratic staffers and "The Late Show" staff did Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, "dirty" last week.

Representative Jasmine Crockett revealed she has not been invited on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' since the controversy surrounding her interview with James Talarico, debunking Colbert's claims of censorship.

Donald Trump publicly expressed his admiration for Nicki Minaj, stating 'I love Nicki Minaj; her skin is so beautiful, her nails are so long,' highlighting their strengthening ties during his second term.
Jen Psaki and Jasmine Crockett were seen laughing at Donald Trump's comments regarding a Senate race.
Democrat James Talarico won against Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Texas state primaries, while Republicans Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff.
The first major contest of the 2026 primary cycle will send Christian progressive James Talarico to November's general election

The Democratic Texas Senate race remains undecided, with candidate Talarico leading but Crockett challenging the Dallas vote in court, amidst conflicting rulings on vote tallying.

Texas showdowns between Republicans John Cornyn v Ken Paxton as well as Democrats James Talarico v Jasmine Crockett have made US Senate seat most expensive primary on record Welcome to the start of…
Texans are voting today to choose the Democratic candidate for the November Senate race between rising stars Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, while Republicans face challenges with candidate Paxton.

Republican and Democratic Senate candidates, including John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, Jasmine Crockett, and James Talarico, are holding final rallies across Texas in bitter and expensive races.

Texas Democrats James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett are employing contrasting strategies in the US Senate primary, hoping to capitalize on a backlash against Donald Trump in the traditionally Republican state.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has issued her most significant endorsement since leaving office, backing Jasmine Crockett in a competitive Democratic primary for a Texas Senate seat.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, faced criticism after Atlantic reporter Elaine Godfrey was reportedly ejected from her Texas Senate campaign rally by armed guards on Monday.

Gov. Greg Abbott hopes the ads featuring the Democrat will galvanize Republican voter turnout in November.
'I’ve been advised that it would jeopardize my freedom to try and enter again,' Charley Crockett said

"Everybody's got a past," the singer wrote while announcing the news.

Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized Rep. Jasmine Crockett on "Real Time with Bill Maher" and joked about endorsing the Texas lawmaker to hopes of boosting her rival in Texas' Senate race.
A fact check addresses claims that Texas GOP candidate Bo French called for the deportation of several Native Americans.
The FCC Chair has declared that talk shows do not qualify as legitimate news, and ABC's 'The View' is currently under investigation for an interview with Texas State Rep. James Talarico that reportedly did not meet FCC requirements.

James Talarico, the Texas state representative whose appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was restricted by CBS from its airwaves, will be in Los Angeles on Thursday for a fundraiser. Talarico is running for U.S. Senate in the Democratic primary against candidates including Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), hoping to flip the seat long […]

State Rep. James Talarico wins Texas Democratic Senate primary, setting up historic bid to become first Democrat elected to Senate in nearly four decades.

Representative Jasmine Crockett informed her supporters at a watch party that she would not be returning to speak, following confusion and issues reported at the polls during the election.

The congresswoman, who has established herself as a firebrand among fellow Democratic leaders, is looking to get on the ballot for Senate in November.

The road to the Senate majority runs through the Rio Grande — with a detour through late-night TV. Eric Garcia breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly in the Lone Star State

The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.

James Talarico is talking up his beliefs and his status as a seminary student. Jasmine Crockett, his opponent, is the daughter of a pastor and is steeped in the Black church.
A Texas Senate primary race between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico is highlighting internal Democratic divisions over race and gender, with Latino voters expected to be decisive.
A new poll indicates a shift in the Texas Senate race, focusing on candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico.

An Atlantic journalist claims she was removed from Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Senate rally after being labeled a 'top-notch hater' by the campaign.

President Donald Trump's decision to award Purple Hearts to Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe and late Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom during his State of the Union address received positive feedback from voters.

A Texas Democratic voter expresses support for James Talarico over Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Senate primary, citing Talarico's general electability.
"I've been advised that it would jeopardize my freedom to try and enter again," the musician said in a statement revealing that two separate attempts were unsuccessful

Texas Senate Democratic primary between Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, and Texas state Rep. James Talarico enters final stretch ahead of March 3 primary election.

The congresswoman’s high-profile supporters are seething, writes John Bowden, as her opponent basks in the national limelight — and rakes in donations after Colbert takes their interview to YouTube
Charley Crockett is preparing to release his new album, 'Age of the Ram,' which will conclude his 'Sagebrush Trilogy' of albums.
High school boys and girls basketball games took place across the region, including a matchup in Jonesborough featuring the David Crockett Pioneers.