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Talarico Refuses to Campaign with Galindo Over Antisemitism

5/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

Rep. James Talarico will not campaign with candidate Maureen Galindo if she wins the May 26 runoff, because of her antisemitic remarks.
The May 26 Democratic runoff pits Galindo against sheriff’s deputy Johnny Garcia, who has Democratic Majority for Israel’s endorsement and a six-figure ad spend labeling Galindo’s statements disqualifying.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee backs Garcia while new district boundaries rate the 35th district likely Republican for the November general election.

History

Historical Context

During the 1994 Republican Revolution, the GOP captured the House and redrew congressional maps, a shift that helped George W. Bush defeat incumbent Ann Richards in the Texas gubernatorial race, where he won 188 of 254 counties. That redistricting legacy now frames the Texas 35th district contest, where intra-party disputes could determine the GOP’s 2024 prospects.

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Story summary

Rep. James Talarico will not campaign with candidate Maureen Galindo if she wins the May 26 runoff, because of her antisemitic remarks.
The May 26 Democratic runoff pits Galindo against sheriff’s deputy Johnny Garcia, who has Democratic Majority for Israel’s endorsement and a six-figure ad spend labeling Galindo’s statements disqualifying.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee backs Garcia while new district boundaries rate the 35th district likely Republican for the November general election.

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