The Brief State Rep. James Talarico is the latest Democrat to declare for the U.S. Senate primary. Texas Democrats appear to be setting up for a contentious primary season, particulary when it comes to who will represent the party in the U.S. Senate race. FOX 7's Rudy Koski sat down with recently announced Senate candidate and state Rep. James Talarico about his decision to enter the race. Talarico enters Senate primary raceJames Talarico: I firmly believe that all 30 million Texans deserve a U.S. I don't think Texans want their leaders to act like professional wrestlers.