Democrat Shatters Fundraising Exceptions
The Texas Senate race is shaping up to be one of the most expensive and hard-fought in the nation. Democrat James Talarico claims his campaign raised over $6 million in just three weeks, a record-breaking haul for any Senate candidate in their first quarter.
Talarico is trying to brand himself as a grassroots warrior, noting that 98 percent of his donations came in at $100 or less. But critics argue his support comes from liberal activists nationwide who want to flip Texas blue.
Colin Allred Tries to Keep Pace
Former Rep. Colin Allred, who already lost once to Sen. Ted Cruz, isn’t backing down. His campaign reported raising $4.1 million since July, fueled by more than 100,000 donations averaging $32. Like Talarico, Allred boasts that he hasn’t taken corporate PAC money—but both men are competing for the same liberal donor pool.
Democrats Fighting Each Other, Not Republicans
The Democratic primary is already looking bitter. Alongside Talarico and Allred, former astronaut Terry Virts has also jumped into the race, ensuring a messy intraparty fight that could drain resources before the real contest begins in November.
Republicans Eye the Bigger Battle
While Democrats squabble over donor dollars, conservatives are focused on keeping Texas red. Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) faces a strong challenge from state Attorney General Ken Paxton, a fighter who has earned the loyalty of grassroots Republicans and support from Trump’s America First movement.
The stakes could not be higher. Texas is the crown jewel of conservative strength, and Democrats are pouring millions into an uphill battle to take it away. But history shows Republican voters unite when it matters most—and this election will test whether Democrats’ big money can compete with Texas conservative values.
