"Congresswoman Crockett was actually one of the first people I called because I have such respect for her, and she and I are friends," Talarico said. "I wanted to make sure that she wasn't looking at running in the Senate race in 2026. In a lengthy statement, Congresswoman Crockett confirmed that Talarico had called her at the time. She added that she and Talarico “could have been a dynamic duo.”RELATED: Crockett, Talarico take on affordability, ICE and Trump during Texas primary debate. Talarico and Crockett are in a dead heat for the Democratic nomination in the 2026 Senate race, challenging incumbent Republican John Cornyn.