Texas State Representative James Talarico is running for U.S. Senate in 2026, challenging traditional views on government spending and corporate responsibility. He argues that significant “welfare” benefits go to corporations and wealthy executives through tax avoidance, reframing the debate on who benefits from public resources. This perspective, informed by his experience as a former teacher, has gained traction, especially among younger voters, and may influence future tax policy. His platform focuses on corporate accountability and applying fairness and personal responsibility to both the wealthy and working people.
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, known for her viral clashes with Republicans, has entered the U.S. Senate race in Texas. This announcement follows months of speculation and the withdrawal of Colin Allred from the race, leaving State Rep. James Talarico as her primary opponent. Crockett, with a strong fundraising record and internal polling, aims to energize infrequent voters and challenge the Republican incumbent, John Cornyn. Republicans are hopeful her candidacy will weaken the Democrat party, while Crockett aims to improve Texas’ voter turnout.
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The U.S. Senate did vote in late October 2025 to end President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian and Brazilian imports, as well as global tariffs he had imposed. These actions were part of a broader effort to repeal Trump’s trade policies. The votes saw four Republican senators joining Democrats on each resolution. Although the Senate passed the three joint resolutions, they were unlikely to be brought to a vote in the House of Representatives at that time.
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