James Talarico: Backlash to Trump is why he's 'worried we're going to flip Texas' - The Last Word - MS NOW

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MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell is joined by U.S. Senate candidate, Texas Democrat James Talarico, for an exclusive interview one night after Stephen Colbert accused CBS of pulling the "Late Show" host's interview with the candidate. - Aired on 02/17/2026.

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1. The truth lives on MS-Now and the internet.

MeidasTouch at 6mm subscribers.

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2. Help me understand why he's running against Jasmine Crockett

Is she running for something else? I've been very impressed by Jasmine and her solid speaking skills.

[Rhiannon12866]

3. Good question, he's a State Rep. and she's currently a Rep. in the House

But they're both running for the Senate against long-time Republican Texas Senator John Cornyn who is also facing Republican competition from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who appears to be leading Cornyn for the Republican nomination.

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4. They both seem wonderful

I live in PA, so I’ll donate once the Democrats in TX make their decision.