Beto O’Rourke
Beto O’Rourke is a former U.S. Congressman and Democratic politician known for his progressive stance on various issues, including environmental protection. He was recently mentioned in relation to a SLAPP lawsuit filed by fossil fuel executive Kelcy Warren after O’Rourke criticized Warren's profits during a crisis.
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Beto O'Rourke previously mounted a strong Senate challenge against Ted Cruz in 2018.
A populist will win the Texas Senate race. The question is, which one?
United States· 2026-05-31
Beto O'Rourke stated that winning over Black voters in Texas is crucial for Talarico.
How James Talarico is working to win over Black voters who strongly backed Jasmine CrockettUnited States· 2026-05-29
Beto O'Rourke came within 3 percentage points of unseating GOP Sen. Ted Cruz in the last close Senate election in Texas.
What to know about James Talarico, including comments he admits are ‘cringey’United States· 2026-05-27
Beto O'Rourke was the most successful Senate candidate for Democrats in decades.
Breaking down Democrats’ chances to beat Ken Paxton in TexasUnited States· 2026-05-27
Beto O'Rourke lost to Ted Cruz in the 2018 Senate election in Texas.
Ken Paxton gewinnt Vorwahl in Texas
Switzerland· 2026-05-27
Beto O'Rourke made the case that a stronger Democratic ticket in other races eight years earlier could have put him over the top.
How James Talarico won – and the test his ‘politics of love’ now facesUnited States· 2026-03-05
Beto O'Rourke previously attempted to win in Texas for the Democrats.
Texas, James Talarico vince le primarie: «Abbiamo choccato il Paese». Perché questo seminarista democratico 36enne può cambiare la politica Usa
Italy· 2026-03-04
Beto O'Rourke commented on the Senate race, suggesting there was no bad outcome for the primary.
Crockett hits podcasters for saying 'quiet part out loud' on campaign criticismUnited States· 2026-01-22
Democratic candidate Beto O'Rourke won the district by 11 points in his 2018 US Senate run.
More redistricting bad news for Republicans: Texas may not net five GOP seats like they plannedUnited States· 2025-12-14
Beto O’Rourke was involved in a close contentious Senate race against Ted Cruz in 2018.
Texas Democrat’s audacious political move against Trump – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-12
Former Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O'Rourke compared Trump to Hitler in 2019.
MSNBC's Wallave claims no Dem has called Trump Hitler, evidence says otherwiseUnited States· 2025-10-28
Kimmel has welcomed other top Democrats over the years, including failed Texas senate candidate Beto O'Rourke.
Jimmy Kimmel's late-night evolution from apolitical funnyman to Dem activistUnited States· 2025-09-19
Former US Rep. Beto O’Rourke, who broke fundraising records with his stronger than expected 2018 Senate run, has also said he is considering another run.
Texas Rep. James Talarico will mount a Democratic bid for US Senate, sources tell CNNUnited States· 2025-09-05
Beto O'Rourke spoke at a protest against gerrymandering in Texas.
Trump pressiona Estados e cria ‘batalha dos mapas’ antes das eleições de meio de mandato
Liechtenstein· 2025-08-27
Democrat Beto O'Rourke speaks alongside elected officials gathered for a rally ahead of a public hearing on the proposed congressional redistricting.
GOP wins Texas redistricting fight despite Democratic walkout attemptUnited States· 2025-08-23
Democratic donors, including groups linked to Beto O'Rourke, helped pay for the fines, travel and lodging of Texas Democrats who fled the state.
State GOP pushes Texas congressional map through House to boost midterm chancesUnited States· 2025-08-21
Beto O'Rourke celebrated Collier’s protest on social media, calling her a true hero.
Nicole Collier: Democratic Texas lawmaker spent night on state House floor after refusing GOP demand for law enforcement escortUnited States· 2025-08-19
Former Congressman Beto O'Rourke was among those who spoke on Saturday in Texas.
Over 300 protests held Saturday against Trump redistricting push
Tanzania· 2025-08-18
Beto O’Rourke is involved in fundraising for Democratic state lawmakers who left Texas.
Judge restrains Beto O’Rourke’s group from sending funds to Democrats outside Texas | Texas
United Kingdom· 2025-08-18
Sanders' tour has aimed to galvanize people looking for some form of political action and resistance to the Trump administration with rallies across the country – sometimes with guests like former presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke.
Bernie Sanders says Democrats have ‘no choice’ but to ‘fight back’ GOP’s redistrictingUnited States· 2025-08-10
Paxton also sued former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke, who ran unsuccessfully for governor and Senate.
Texas state house fails to meet quorum for third time as Democrats continue walkout, Republicans warn of escalations
Canada· 2025-08-10
A Texas judge temporarily barred a political committee operated by former presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke from fundraising for absent Democratic lawmakers.
A week into their walkout, Texas Democrats are figuring out what to do nextUnited States· 2025-08-10
Paxton is suing former US Rep. Beto O'Rourke for his political action committee's support of Texas Democrats.
Paxton and Cornyn, locked in US Senate primary, use official power in redistricting fightUnited States· 2025-08-10
Beto O'Rourke is a former congressman and Democratic presidential candidate involved in a legal dispute over fundraising practices for Texas Democrats.
Texas judge blocks O'Rourke nonprofit from funding fleeing Texas DemocratsUnited States· 2025-08-09
Beto O'Rourke is a former presidential candidate being investigated for potential bribery related to the Democratic exodus from Texas.
Texas Democrats flee state over primary fears, GOP lawmaker claimsUnited States· 2025-08-08
Texas Democrat Beto O'Rourke is raising funds for the Democratic members who left the state.
The Texas redistricting showdown reaches a critical momentUnited States· 2025-08-08
Beto O'Rourke is a former presidential candidate linked to a nonprofit that is allegedly funding Texas Democrats' exodus to obstruct Republican redistricting efforts.
Texas AG probes alleged bribery of Texas Democrats by Beto O'Rourke linked groupUnited States· 2025-08-07
Beto O'Rourke started a political group that has been funding the Texas Democrats' efforts.
Texas Democrats receive bomb threat in escalating standoff over redistricting | TexasUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-06
Beto O'Rourke drops F-bomb as he urges Dems to 'meet fire with fire' against GOP redistricting plans in Texas.
Newsom vows 'fire with fire' response to Texas redistricting fightUnited States· 2025-08-05
Former US Rep. Beto O’Rourke told CNN his political action committee will support Texas Democrats.
How Texas’ redistricting effort is having major implications across the USUnited States· 2025-08-04
