Texas Democratic Senator-elect James Talarico said he is ready to work with President Donald Trump on border security, lowering energy costs, cutting housing regulations, criminal justice reform, and legalizing marijuana. Talarico defeated Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday.
Where
Statewide
When
Nov. 3, 2026 (election); Nov. 4, 2026 (statement)
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets
Taxes and money
The sources don't state an effect on taxes. They do state these figures.
Federal fuel cost reduction from suspending federal gas and diesel taxes18 cents a gallon12
Who's involved
James TalaricoTexas Democratic Senator-elect
Ken PaxtonTexas Attorney General, defeated candidate
Donald TrumpPresident
The facts
Talarico defeated Paxton by over ten points in the Texas Senate race.12Stated by 2 sources
Talarico said he wants to work with Trump on border security, immigration, and housing regulation.12Stated by 2 sources
Talarico said he agrees with Trump on legalizing marijuana and criminal justice reform.12Stated by 2 sources
Talarico said both he and Trump support suspending federal gas and diesel taxes.12Stated by 2 sources
Who said what
These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.
Talarico Trump has done a better job than the previous administration in securing the border.12
Talarico Congress must create more legal pathways for immigrants.12
Talarico His party has been guilty of cutting red tape and regulations that prevent home building.12
Talarico He is not interested in pursuing political retribution in Washington.12
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