KERRVILLE, TEXAS – AUGUST 31: Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico speaks during a campaign rally at the Cailloux Theater on August 31, 2026 in Kerrville, Texas. Talarico continues campaigning across the state in a close race with Republican candidate, state Attorney General Ken Paxton ahead of the November 3 general elections. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
