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Archived story · published November 4, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · November 4, 2026

Talarico Completes Democratic Sweep of Texas

Part of: Texas Senate: Paxton vs. Talarico →
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Democrat James Talarico has won a U.S. Senate seat in Texas, defeating Republican Ken Paxton, who serves as the state's Attorney General. This victory was part of a broader Democratic sweep in the state that included the governor's mansion and various down-ballot offices. Talarico’s campaign and subsequent victory focused heavily on a platform of government reform and the rejection of high-dollar political influence, particularly that of Elon Musk, who reportedly spent over $150 million to support Paxton. Following the result, Republican Senator John Cornyn, whom Paxton had previously defeated, offered his congratulations to Talarico. The win coincides with a national midterm cycle in which Democrats are projected to gain control of the U.S. Senate.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Democrat James Talarico won the Texas U.S. Senate race
  • Republican Ken Paxton was defeated in the race
  • Ken Paxton is the Texas Attorney General
  • Democrats won the governor's office in Texas
  • Democrats won multiple down-ballot races in Texas
  • Elon Musk spent significant funds to support Ken Paxton's candidacy

Reported by only some outlets

  • Elon Musk donated more than $158 million to the Senate Leadership Fund PAC in September
  • Elon Musk's trust donated $10 million to the Lone Star Liberty PAC
  • Talarico leads Paxton 55% to 45% according to ABC News data
  • John Cornyn congratulated James Talarico
  • Democrats are projected to have 54 Senate seats to Republicans' 44

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