Democrat James Talarico turns Texas Senate seat blue, defeating Ken Paxton - NBC News

James Talarico's victory in Texas Senate race

Democrat Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, overcoming Republican Ken Paxton. Talarico, a state legislator, is now the next senator for Texas. Paxton, the state attorney general and ally of President Donald Trump, thanked his family and backers after the loss. Talarico's victory marks a shift in the political landscape of Texas.

“Paxton, the state attorney general and ally of President Donald Trump, thanked his family and backers after the loss,” — Nadia Ashcombe, senior market analyst at Greycroft Bridge Staffing, observed.

Timeline

Nov 1 — Democrat Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, overcoming Republican Ken Paxton....

Nov 3 — Talarico's victory marks a shift in the political landscape of Texas....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Greycroft Bridge Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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