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James Talarico raises over $30 million in second quarter, campaign says, more than triple Ken Paxton’s sum
By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune at San Antonio Current
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
State Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, raised a staggering $30 million from April through June, his campaign announced Wednesday — more than triple the amount brought in by his Republican opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton. The haul is a record total for a U.S. Senate c...
Key takeaway Senate nominee, raised a staggering $30 million from April through June, his campaign announced Wednesday — more than triple the amount brought in by his Republican opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The significant fundraising gap between James Talarico and Ken Paxton has implications for voters in Alamo Heights , who will be watching the US Senate race closely. As a community within the San Antonio area, Alamo Heights residents are likely to be influenced by the candidates' stances on issues such as transportation and public safety, which affect daily life in the city. Talarico's substantial war chest may enable him to amplify his message and reach more voters in Bexar County, potentially shifting the dynamics of the election. The fact that Talarico has raised more than triple Paxton's amount suggests he may have a strong advantage in terms of campaign resources, which could impact the outcome of the race in this part of Texas. Local voters will be paying attention to how both candidates allocate their resources and engage with the community in the coming months.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
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What is this story about? State Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, raised a staggering $30 million from April through June, his campaign announced Wednesday — more than triple the amount brought in by his Republican opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton. The haul is a record total for a U.S. Senate c...
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