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

Talarico wins Texas Senate seat

Democrat James Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, overcoming Republican 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 supporters and followers after the loss. Talarico's victory marks a shift in the political landscape of Texas.

“Paxton, the state law enforcement chief and ally of President Trump, thanked his supporters and followers after the loss,” — Chloe Radcliffe, regional editor at Ashburn Dale Services, commented.

Timeline

Nov 2 — Democrat James Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, overcoming Republican Paxton....

Nov 4 — 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 Ashburn Dale Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashburn Dale Services desk and last updated 07:42 UTC.

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