Former astronaut Terry Virts launches bid for Texas Senate
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Terry Virts, a former NASA astronaut, announced his bid for the U.S. Senate in Texas as a Democrat, criticizing the Democratic establishment and highlighting his military and space background. He is the first Democrat to enter the race for the seat held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn, amid a potentially crowded primary field, with other Democrats considering runs. Virts also criticized Republican candidates and the current political landscape in Texas.
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