Meet Our 2026 Democratic Candidates

On November 3, 2026, Texans will elect leaders who will represent us in Washington. Meet the Democratic nominees who are asking for your vote.

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JAMES TALARICO

United States Senate

James Talarico is an eighth-generation Texan, former middle-school teacher, Presbyterian seminarian, and member of the Texas House of Representatives.

Talarico says he is running for the U.S. Senate to take on political corruption and the influence of wealthy special interests and to give working Texans a stronger voice in Washington.

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BOBBY PULIDO

U.S. House of Representatives — District 15

Bobby Pulido is a lifelong South Texan, small-business owner, father of four, and award-winning Tejano musician.

Born and raised in Edinburg, Pulido studied political science at St. Mary's University before beginning his music career. He has also owned businesses and created jobs in South Texas. His campaign emphasizes rising costs, access to healthcare, border-community issues, and practical solutions for working families.

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TANYA LLOYD

U.S. House of Representatives — District 27

Tanya Lloyd is a public-school teacher, wife, mother, and fifth-generation Texan from Lockhart.

Lloyd has spent years teaching young children and says her experiences with students and their families led her to seek public office. Her campaign emphasizes protecting public education, improving access to rural healthcare, addressing the cost of living, and representing the needs of working families and rural communities.

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NOTE: San Patricio County is divided between Congressional Districts 15 and 27. Depending on where you live, your ballot will include either Bobby Pulido or Tanya Lloyd.