Bush family member votes for Democrat James Talarico in Texas midterms

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22 Oct 2026 • 1:12 AM MYT
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Bush family member votes for Democrat James Talarico in Texas midterms

  • Neil Bush, brother of George W. Bush, announced he voted for Democrat James Talarico over Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate race.
  • Bush cited concerns over Paxton's conduct, specifically his attempt to challenge the 2020 election results to help Donald Trump remain in power.
  • Expressing broader concerns, Bush stated that Donald Trump and his enablers have caused enormous damage to the Republican Party by putting personal loyalty ahead of principles.
  • Donald Trump has actively supported Paxton's campaign while publicly attacking Talarico ahead of early voting in Texas.
  • Bush maintained that he still holds Republican values, emphasizing that character matters more than party affiliation.

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