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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 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· 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 The Trophy Club
As the Senate race between Talarico and Paxton heats up, Trophy Club residents will be watching closely to see how the candidates' stances on affordability and tax cuts will impact their community. With the incumbent's seat up for grabs, the outcome of this election could have significant implications for local families and businesses. Talarico's focus on affordability and his criticism of tax breaks for the wealthy may resonate with some residents in Denton County, where the cost of living continues to rise. The fact that the GOP convention is coming to Dallas, just a short drive from Trophy Club, adds to the local significance of this election, and residents can expect to see increased campaign activity in the area in the coming months. As the candidates' finance reports are released, it will be worth noting how much support each has garnered from local donors and how that may influence their campaign strategies.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
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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