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Texas state Representative James Talarico, a Democrat described as a rising star in his party, is preparing to launch a bid for the U.S. Senate, according to reports from CNN and Politico.
Three people familiar with his plans told Politico the formal announcement is expected Tuesday.
Talarico, known nationally for his sharp media presence, rose to prominence after he and fellow Democrats fled the state in an effort to block a Republican-backed redistricting plan during Donald Trump's presidency. This spring, he appeared on Joe Rogan's widely followed podcast.
The 34-year-old legislator will join an already competitive race that includes Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas), who announced his Senate campaign in July. According to Politico, Democrats see the contest as a critical test of whether the party can gain ground in a state long dominated by Republicans.
President Donald Trump won the state by more than 13 percentage points in 2024, a wider margin than his other two victories in the state.
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