Texas Democrat James Talarico speaks out after projected win against Paxton
Summary
Texas Democrat James Talarico said his projected Senate victory reflected Texans’ demand for change across party lines. With 99% of votes expected to be reported, he led Republican Ken Paxton 55% to 43%, flipping the seat for Democrats.Key Facts
- Talarico was identified as the Senate-elect after a projected win over Paxton.
- The results listed Talarico with 5,445,121 votes and Paxton with 4,249,752.
- The results page said 99% of the expected vote had been reported.
- Talarico said the demand for change came from Texans across the state and was bigger than either political party.
- Talarico is a former teacher and seminarian.
- The article described Talarico as flipping the Senate seat.
- Talarico celebrated with Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa, also a Democrat, at a Whataburger in Austin.
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