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Democrat James Talarico wins historic Texas Senate seat

James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton, marking the first Democratic Senate win in Texas since 1988.

Nov 4, 2026, 3:50 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (National Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

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CBS News projected that Democratic State Rep. James Talarico won the Texas Senate race, defeating Republican Ken Paxton. This victory represents the first time a Democrat has won a Texas Senate seat since 1988.

Talarico spoke to supporters after his win, celebrating the historic nature of the victory, as reported by CBS News and ABC News.

Republican Ken Paxton acknowledged his loss and expressed hope for Talarico's success, according to PBS NewsHour. Paxton also noted that Republicans faced challenges nationwide in the election.

During the campaign, Paxton faced questions about corruption, and a majority of voters questioned his personal character, according to an AP Voter Poll cited by PBS NewsHour. Meanwhile, Republicans criticized Talarico for his vegan lifestyle and support for transgender rights, issues that divided voters.

Talarico's win is notable as it marks the first Democratic Texas Senate seat victory since 1988, signaling a significant political shift in the state.

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