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Talarico talks about 2026's top issues & the GOP midterm convention in Dallas
By Gromer Jeffers Jr., Political Writer | The Dallas Morning News, Phil Prazan and at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Texans head to the polls in a little under four months, with Republican John Cornyn’s U.S. Senate seat up for grabs. The incumbent lost his runoff to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who will face off with democratic state lawmaker James Talarico.
State Rep. Talarico spent Monday in Dallas,...
Key takeaway The incumbent lost his runoff to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who will face off with democratic state lawmaker James Talarico.
Why this matters in Southlake News
As the Senate race between Talarico and Paxton heats up, Southlake residents will be watching closely to see how the candidates' stances on affordability and tax cuts will impact their community. With the GOP convention coming to Dallas, the city's proximity to Southlake means that local voters will have a front-row seat to the political maneuvering. Talarico's focus on affordability and his criticism of tax breaks for the wealthy may resonate with Southlake residents who are concerned about the rising cost of living in the area. The upcoming finance reports will also be closely watched, as they will reveal which candidate has garnered more support from local donors. As the election approaches, Southlake voters will be weighing the candidates' policies and deciding which one will best represent their interests in Washington. The margin of error in recent polls suggests that every vote will count, including those from Southlake.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Texans head to the polls in a little under four months, with Republican John Cornyn’s U.S. Senate seat up for grabs. The incumbent lost his runoff to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who will face off with democratic state lawmaker James Talarico.
State Rep. Talarico spent Monday in Dallas,...
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