The win
The first Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate since 1993. He beat Ken Paxton. He said all the money in the world was no match for the people of Texas.
Race called for James Talarico.1
Their story
Talarico, a Texas state lawmaker, won the U.S. Senate race against Ken Paxton, according to the Associated Press.
Ran on
- Getting big money out of campaigns. He calls his win a mandate for it.2
- Term limits for Congress. He says he will serve no more than two terms.2
- An all-of-the-above energy plan that protects Texas oil and gas while growing other sources.2
Supports
- Full immigration reform, and working with President Trump on it.2
- Suspending federal taxes on gas and diesel.3
- Legalizing marijuana and fixing the criminal justice system.3