Talarico Wins Texas Democratic Senate Primary After Dispute
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DALLAS — James Talarico defeated Rep. Jasmine Crockett to win the Texas Democratic Senate primary, the Associated Press called the race at 2:37 a.m. on March 4. Polls closed at 8 p.m. ET on March 3, but vote counts in Dallas County were delayed after confusion over polling hours and a lower court’s order to keep some locations open two hours longer. The Texas Supreme Court directed that ballots cast after 7 p.m. be separated. Crockett left her watch party alleging GOP-targeted interference and indicated plans to challenge results. State and campaign officials reported vote totals and timelines. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. Polls closed across Texas at 8 p.m. ET on March 3.
- 2. A lower court ordered some Dallas County polling locations to stay open two hours longer due to voter confusion.
- 3. The Texas Supreme Court ruled that ballots cast after 7 p.m. must be separated.
- 4. News organizations called the Democratic primary for James Talarico around 2:37 a.m. on March 4.
- 5. Rep. Jasmine Crockett left her watch party, alleged targeted interference, and signaled potential legal challenges.
Why it matters
This Texas primary result could shape the Democratic Senate race. It's a reminder to stay informed about voting times and court orders. If you're in Texas, check your local news for updates on potential legal challenges.
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