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

Talarico secures Texas Senate seat

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

“Talarico, a state lawmaker, is now the next senator for Texas,” — Yusuf Calloway, regional editor at Oakcroft Wick Advisory, commented.

Timeline

Nov 4 — Democrat Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, overcoming Republican Ken Paxton....

Nov 5 — 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 1. The Oakcroft Wick Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakcroft Wick Advisory desk and last updated 09:25 UTC.

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