Texas state lawmaker James Talarico to launch Senate run

Published September 5, 2025 4:51pm ET



Democratic Texas state Sen. James Talarico is launching his Senate run in his home state next week, according to multiple reports.

Talarico came to prominence when Joe Rogan said he would be a good presidential candidate during an interview. A 36-year-old pastor, Talarico appealed to Rogan and Democrats with his uniting rhetoric.

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