# James Talarico

> James Talarico is a Texas state representative first elected in 2018. He won the Democratic primary with 52.4% of the vote over Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

## Key facts

- Party: Democratic
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Texas State Representative
- State: TX
- Race: Texas Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Austin, TX
- Race rating: Leans Republican
- Campaign website: https://jamestalarico.com

## Biography

James Talarico is an eighth-generation Texan and former public school teacher who was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2018. He won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate on March 3, 2026, with 52.4% of the vote over Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

## Background

- Professional background: Texas state representative (2019–present); Former public school teacher
- Public service: Texas House of Representatives (2019–present)

## Opponents in this race

- [James Talarico](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/james-talarico-texas-d-2026.md) — Democrat
- [Ken Paxton](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/ken-paxton-texas-r-2026.md) — Republican
- [Ken Paxton](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/ken-paxton-tx-2026.md) — Republican

## Sources

- James Talarico — Texas House of Representatives Biography: https://house.texas.gov/members/3685/biography
- James Talarico — Official Campaign Website: https://jamestalarico.com/meet-james-talarico/

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:52:36.188Z

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