James Talarico names Alyssa Edwards as favorite drag queen

Published September 16, 2026 3:37pm ET | Updated September 16, 2026 5:03pm ET

Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico named Alyssa Edwards as his favorite drag queen.

The name refers to Justin Dwayne Lee Johnson, whose stage name is Alyssa Edwards. The drag performer has been outspoken on LGBT issues, especially in support of youth.

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