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Who Certifies the Result in Texas, and on What Date

Who Certifies the Result in Texas, and on What Date

A clear guide to the multi-step process of certifying election results in Texas, from the local canvass to the governor's final proclamation.
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Factbox-US House races to watch in the 2026 elections

Factbox-US House races to watch in the 2026 elections

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, Oct 12 (Reuters) - Republicans in the US House of Representatives are defending a narrow majority in November's midterm elections. History suggests Democrats will gain seats - they would need to net four to win control of the chamber.
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Lindner Center of Hope says James Talarico was never a patient

Lindner Center of Hope says James Talarico was never a patient

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico denies claims he was receiving treatment at an Ohio mental health facility.
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FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was at a mental facility

FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was at a mental facility

Republican officials and conservative social media users are spreading unfounded rumors that state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee in a competitive Texas Senate race, was treated in an Ohio mental health facility last week
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Left follows right in abandoning wall between church, state | Opinion

Left follows right in abandoning wall between church, state | Opinion

Rival views on Christianity by Ken Paxton and James Talarico are part of the likely most religious-themed election season in modern history.
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James Talarico refutes Ohio health rumors, raises HIPAA questions

James Talarico refutes Ohio health rumors, raises HIPAA questions

The rumors appear to have gained traction after a conservative influencer claimed Talarico had received treatment at a mental health facility in Ohio.
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Factbox-The races that will decide control of the US Senate

Factbox-The races that will decide control of the US Senate

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, Oct 12 (Reuters) - Republicans hold a 53-47 majority in the US Senate, where Democrats would need to flip at least two seats in states that President Donald Trump carried by double digits in 2024 to win a majority in November's midterm elections.
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When is early voting in Texas? What to know about midterm elections

When is early voting in Texas? What to know about midterm elections

Polling places open next week across all 254 counties in Texas for a U.S. Senate race the nation is watching. Here's what to know
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How James Talarico promotes liberal Christianity in Texas Senate race

How James Talarico promotes liberal Christianity in Texas Senate race

The Democratic Senate nominee wants to challenge Republicans for religious voters by talking about his Christianity inspires his values.
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The Latest: Rep. Omar says she will ‘not be silenced’ after Homeland Security searches her home

The Latest: Rep. Omar says she will ‘not be silenced’ after Homeland Security searches her home

Homeland Security agents searched the Washington, D.C., home of Rep. Ilhan Omar early Monday as part of a criminal investigation
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James Talarico returns to Texas Senate campaign trail after absence

James Talarico returns to Texas Senate campaign trail after absence

President Donald Trump and Republican candidate Ken Paxton called attention to James Talarico's whereabouts this week, as his campaign said he had the flu.
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‘Must be nice’: Paxton reacts as Talarico resurfaces at ACL Fest

‘Must be nice’: Paxton reacts as Talarico resurfaces at ACL Fest

Talarico's campaign shared a video on Friday, Oct. 9, showing the candidate shaking hands, posing for photos and mingling with festivalgoers.