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Early Voting Opens in Tight Texas Democratic Senate Primary Between Crockett and Talarico

In a Republican‑leaning state a disputed Colbert interview is boosting Talarico’s fundraising according to his campaign.

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Primary candidate for U.S. Senate Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, speaks to reporters and supporters before voting early in the primary election, in Dallas, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
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Overview

  • Early voting runs from February 17 to 27 ahead of the March 3 primary, and a runoff will follow if no candidate tops 50 percent.
  • Recent surveys diverge: the University of Houston shows Jasmine Crockett up 8 points, TPOR shows her up 1, and Emerson finds James Talarico ahead.
  • Federal filings show Talarico raised $13 million through December with $7.1 million cash on hand, while Crockett reported $6.5 million raised and $5.6 million cash after entering later.
  • Stephen Colbert said CBS blocked his broadcast interview with Talarico, CBS said it offered legal guidance tied to equal‑time rules, and the full segment was released on YouTube.
  • Talarico said the controversy produced $2.5 million in 24 hours, as Democrats debate electability in a race where Republicans have dominated statewide contests for decades.