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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 (alt-weekly)
· 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 The San Antonio
The significant fundraising gap between James Talarico and Ken Paxton has notable implications for Bexar County voters. As the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, Talarico's ability to raise over $30 million in the second quarter suggests he may have the resources to invest in a strong ground game in San Antonio , a crucial battleground in the state. This could lead to increased campaign activity and voter outreach efforts in the city, potentially boosting turnout among local Democrats. Meanwhile, Paxton's relatively lower fundraising total may force him to focus his efforts on other parts of the state, potentially ceding some ground in Bexar County. As the campaign season heats up, San Antonio voters can expect to see more attention and investment from the Talarico campaign, which could shape the local political landscape in the months to come.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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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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