Source: Fox News
Summary
James Talarico, a Democratic state lawmaker, won the Texas Senate primary, defeating Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Republicans quickly targeted Talarico, framing him as a “far-left radical.” Talarico will face the winner of the Republican primary runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the general election. The Senate showdown in Texas is one of several across the country that could determine if Republicans hold their majority in the chamber.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
Republicans quickly label the Democratic nominee as a “far-left radical.” The National Republican Senatorial Committee claims Talarico is an “open borders, Trump-hating radical.” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says Talarico wants to abolish ICE and thinks Christians are commanded to put boys in girls’ sports. Sen. John Cornyn argues that Talarico is “way out of the mainstream in Texas.” A veteran Republican operative describes Talarico as “Beto 2.0,” referring to former Democratic Rep. Beto O’Rourke.
It seems that the playbook for the general election is already written.
Author: Evan Null
