Texas Senate candidate James Talarico’s campaign roiled as he denies referring to ex-rival as ‘mediocre Black man’

James Talarico responds to influencer's claim he called Colin Allred a 'mediocre Black man'

There is no recording of the alleged comment, which Talarico said represents a 'mischaracterization' of his words.

Texas Senate primary candidate Talarico responds to allegations he called fellow Dem 'mediocre Black man'

Allred endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Senate Democratic primary.

Colin Allred Endorses Jasmine Crockett As James Talarico Alleged 'Mediocre Black Man' Comment Controversy

The Senate race between Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico has taken an ugly turn as Talarico, who is white, has been accused of making a racially charged comment against a different Black legislator, former Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas. Now, all three politicians have responded to the controversy that has shaken up a high-profile Senate race. Allred’s response to Talarico’s alleged ‘mediocre’ remark The dispu…

Colin Allred blasts Senate hopeful James Talarico over alleged 'mediocre' comment

A dispute over alleged racial comments by candidate James Talarico has sparked a high-stakes confrontation with Colin Allred, potentially reshaping the Texas Democratic Senate primary and its appeal to Black voters.

Democratic Senate primary erupts after candidate accused of ‘mediocre Black man’ remark

Texas Senate race Democratic primary erupts as state Rep. James Talarico is accused of calling former rival Colin Allred a "mediocre Black man" in private conversation with influencer.

Colin Allred Blasts James Talarico for Alleged 'Mediocre Black Man' Remark

In a video published to social media Monday, former representative Colin Allred said he had steam coming out of his ears.