Democrat James Talarico raises $7.4 million for Senate run in first six weeks of 2026

Latest tally reaches $20 million, giving him a wide financial edge over rival Jasmine Crockett in the scramble to win the March 3 primary.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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State Rep. James Talarico reported a fundraising surge, raising $7.4 million in the first six weeks of 2026 for his Senate campaign. This brings his total fundraising to over $20 million, with more than 500,000 donations from 290,000 individuals across 240 Texas counties and all 50 states. An outside group backing him, Lone Star Rising PAC, has spent an additional $4.1 million in support. Talarico's primary opponent, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Dallas, has not released any fundraising numbers since reporting she raised $6.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Why it matters

Talarico's strong fundraising performance gives him a significant financial advantage over his primary opponent Jasmine Crockett, which could be a key factor in winning the March 3 primary and positioning the Democratic party for success in the November general election.

The details

Talarico's campaign said it raised $7.4 million in the first six weeks of 2026, more than was raised in the last three months of 2025. This pushes Talarico's total past $20 million, with the campaign logging more than 500,000 donations from 290,000 individuals. Donations have come from 240 Texas counties and all 50 states, with 98% of contributions at $100 or less. Through the end of 2025, Talarico's campaign spent more than $6 million, and an outside group backing him, Lone Star Rising PAC, has spent an additional $4.1 million, including about $1.3 million in future reservations booked out through the March 3 primary.

  • Talarico reported the $7.4 million fundraising surge on February 12, 2026.
  • The March 3 primary election is the key date for this race.

The players

James Talarico

A state representative running for the U.S. Senate in Texas as a Democrat.

Jasmine Crockett

A U.S. Representative from Dallas running against Talarico in the Democratic primary for the Senate seat.

Lone Star Rising PAC

An outside group supporting Talarico's Senate campaign, having spent $4.1 million in his support.

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What they’re saying

“We have a moral imperative to win this November – because if we don't win, we can't help people.”

— James Talarico, State Representative

What’s next

The March 3 primary election will be a key milestone in this race, with Talarico and Crockett competing for the Democratic nomination.

The takeaway

Talarico's strong fundraising performance, with over $20 million raised so far, gives him a significant financial advantage over his primary opponent Crockett. This could be a crucial factor in winning the March 3 primary and positioning the Democratic party for success in the November general election.