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

Texas politics: Talarico triumphs in Senate race

Democrat Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, defeating Republican Ken Paxton. Talarico, a state legislator, is now the next senator for Texas. Paxton, the state attorney general and ally of President Donald Trump, thanked his family and backers after the loss. Talarico's victory marks a shift in the political landscape of Texas.

“Talarico's victory marks a shift in the political landscape of Texas,” — Marcus Brennan, regional editor at Bramstone Ton Network, explained.

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Nov 3 — Democrat Talarico won the Texas Senate seat, defeating Republican Ken Paxton....

Nov 3 — 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 2. The Bramstone Ton Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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