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James Talarico calls for federal gas tax pause to combat surging fuel prices

A trade group argued that a federal gas tax suspension would be unlikely to show up in savings for drivers and would diminish needed infrastructure revenue.

The Texas Tribune

On the issues: A Q&A with Ken Paxton and John Cornyn

As Cornyn and Paxton head to the runoff, we updated our Q&A to reflect the two candidates. Both declined to participate, so we used their past statements and voting history to show where they stand on foreign policy, AI and other key issues.

The Texas Tribune

Arab Americans in Michigan warn centrist Democrats attacking Hasan Piker: ‘They haven’t learned from 2024’

Heated debate in a key swing state probably marks a preview of things to come as the midterms ramp up

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Iran-US war latest: Oil prices rise as strikes continue and Trump says Tehran ‘afraid’ to admit to talks

China sees 'glimmer of hope' in US peace proposal even as Iran says it has 'no intention' of negotiating

The Independent UK

US Senate Candidate Marisa Simonetti Convicted After Bizarre Airbnb Renter Assault

Minnesota political candidate Marisa Simonetti was found guilty of harassment and assault after throwing a tarantula at an Airbnb renter during a dispute.

International Business Times UK

Illinois heads to elect next senator and five congressional district candidates

Midwestern state has a slate of competitive races with money flowing in from donors including Aipac

The Guardian - US

In Texas Senate Primary, the Influencer Class Was (and Is) the Problem

The content creators undeniably have a role in the political ecosystem nowadays. The issue is when they obscure—or even consume—a compelling race.

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James Talarico Says He'd Be 'Honored' To Have Jasmine Crockett Campaign For Him In The Texas Senate Race: 'Always Puts The Cause First'

State Rep. James Talarico said he would be "honored" to have Rep. Jasmine Crockett campaign for him in the Texas race for U.S. Senate, where he will face the winner of the runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Latin Times

Democratic turnout doubles in Rio Grande Valley where four Hispanic counties previously went for Trump

Democratic enthusiasm in the Valley’s four counties could foreshadow a November reversal of Trump’s historic 2024 sweep there — and signal that Latino voters have become swing voters.

The Texas Tribune

Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley files to run for reelection as an independent

Kiley's colleagues are confused by the move, with one saying they "hope to God he will" stay in the GOP conference.

Axios

Texas primaries: will James Talarico finally deliver Democrats a seat in the red state?

Democratic voters in Texas displayed a pragmatic survival instinct in picking Talarico as their US Senate candidate

The Guardian - US

Photos: 2026 Texas Primaries

Photographers across the state covered this year’s primary election.

The Texas Tribune

James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in blockbuster Democratic primary for U.S. Senate

The Austin Democrat’s win comes after a bitter primary that focused on which candidate’s political and electoral strategy would get the party’s first statewide victory in over 30 years.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Republican candidates for US Senate head to runoff as Democratic candidates await results – as it happened

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North Carolina: Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley win primaries to set up Senate contest

Former Democratic governor Cooper to take on Trump-backed Whatley for seat held by retiring Thom Tillis

The Texas Tribune

Polls close today in the Texas primaries. Here are five things to watch.

This Tuesday, Tribune reporters are watching two blockbuster Senate primaries, an open attorney general seat, and more high-stakes, competitive races up and down the Texas ballot.

The Texas Tribune

Trump floods Texas primaries with his endorsements, testing limits of political reach

While he has stayed out of some blockbuster contests, the president has otherwise spread his endorsement generously in Texas. The strategy has helped him form politically beneficial alliances in the past.

The Guardian - US

Populist crusade and anti-Maga outrage as Texas Democrats do battle in Senate primary

James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett adopt contrasting strategies as party hopes to tap into Trump backlash in reliably red state

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Can Jasmine Crockett’s East Texas past give her an electoral boost in rural Texas?

Before she was a firebrand congresswoman, Jasmine Crockett was a public defender — and local Democratic party chair — in Texarkana.

The Texas Tribune

How two churches forged Jasmine Crockett’s and James Talarico’s politics

In the Senate Democratic primary, Talarico has made his church’s ethos of compassion central to his campaign, while Jasmine Crockett is tapping into the civic power of Black churches.

The Guardian - US

Senate Democrats investigate CBS over blocked Colbert interview

Richard Blumenthal seeks records from FCC and Paramount Global amid claims of political censorship

The Texas Tribune

AI enters the race: How Texas primary candidates are using it in 2026 ads

As Texas voters head into the 2026 primary, candidates are using artificial intelligence to mock opponents and sharpen attacks.

The Conversation

How a largely forgotten Supreme Court case can help prevent an executive branch takeover of federal elections

The recent FBI search of the Fulton County, Georgia, elections facility and the seizure of election-related materials pursuant to a warrant has attracted concern for what it might mean for future elections.

The Texas Tribune

In Senate Democratic primary fraught with racial tensions, Black voters could be decisive

Jasmine Crockett has built enormous enthusiasm among Black voters based in part on her reputation as a fighter, while her opponent in the Texas primary, James Talarico, has struggled to win their support.

The Texas Tribune

We’ve leveled up our voter guides to help Texans make informed decisions

Our newsroom is trying new things to help Texans vote with confidence this spring. We want to demystify the process, the candidates and the offices of this year’s Texas primaries.

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