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Tensions erupted at a Houston town hall as Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico faced fiery backlash over his connection with Black voters, revealing deep fractures within the party as November looms. Though Talarico won the primary with strong Hispanic support, his rival Jasmine Crockett carried key Black-majority counties — a stark divide. A vocal attendee demanded answers, threatening consequences if Talarico didn’t engage, while Talarico acknowledged Black voters are essential to winning Texas. Crockett’s lukewarm campaign support further signals a fractured Democratic coalition heading into a pivotal race against GOP’s Ken Paxton.

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