Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico locked in fiercely contested race as Democrats eye upset in midterms

Both candidates have progressive proposals that excite supporters but the primary contest has been fraught over questions of electability and race.

Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico locked in fiercely contested race as Democrats eye upset in midterms

Polling place drama unfolded in the closely watched Texas Democratic Senate primary, in which James Talarico did well against Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

The victory could lead to a competitive election in the Lone Star State this November.

The race was called overnight, following confusion over polling close times that led the Texas Supreme Court to weigh in.

Both James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett entered the U.S. Senate primary in Texas as rising Democratic stars. Then Talarico won Tuesday, March 3.

President Donald Trump did not give a Texas endorsement, but said he wants the Senate primary to end soon. What did he say about Rep. James Talarico?