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Socialist streamer Piker tells Talarico to remember who enabled his Senate win

Socialist streamer Hasan Piker said state Rep. James Talarico must remember who put him in power and "play ball" with the left if he wins Texas' U.S. Senate race. RNC Research circulated a video of Piker's remarks on September 30.

Where
Statewide
When
Sept. 30, 2026 (remarks); Oct. 1, 2026 (RNC Research circulated video)
Sources
One outlet

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Who's involved

  • Hasan PikerSocialist streamer
  • James TalaricoState Rep., District 50, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate
  • RNC ResearchCirculated video of remarks
  • Democratic Socialists of AmericaPromoted Piker at Socialism 2026 conference

The facts

  • RNC Research circulated a video of Piker's remarks on Sept. 30.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Democratic Socialists of America promoted Piker at September's Socialism 2026 conference.1 2 Stated by 2 sources
  • Talarico's campaign described him as a 'proud capitalist.'1 2 Stated by 2 sources

Who said what

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  • Hasan Piker After Talarico wins, the left is the force that allowed him to win and he must play ball.1 2
  • Talarico's campaign His earlier language about capitalism, white supremacy, and climate change missed the mark.1 2

Sources

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  1. Socialist Piker To Talarico: Win Texas’ Senate Race, Remember Who Got You There Dallas Express Not rated, October 3, 2026
  2. Socialist Piker To Talarico: Win Texas’ Senate Race, Remember Who Got You There WBAP Not rated, October 4, 2026

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