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Former MLB star Mark Teixeira wins GOP primary in Texas congressional race

Mark Teixeira secured the GOP nomination in Texas’ 21st District after winning more than 50% of the vote, avoiding a runoff in the crowded Republican primary field.

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Talarico beats Crockett in Texas Democratic Senate primary

James Talarico is projected to defeat Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the closely watched Democratic primary for Senate in Texas, according to Decision Desk HQ. The rising star now presents Democrats’ best hope of winning in the red state, where Democrats haven’t won statewide in decades. Controversy surrounding a CBS “Late Show” segment appeared to give...