Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico criticized his Republican opponent Ken Paxton for using his past comments to distract from his own alleged corruption. Talarico believes his campaign is gaining momentum, attracting a diverse range of supporters, including first-time voters. He emphasizes the need to address economic issues facing Texans, positioning his campaign against the backdrop of corruption in politics.
- ▪Talarico conceded that some of his past statements on transgender policy were not well-received.
- ▪He accused Paxton of intentionally misrepresenting his comments to divert attention from his own ethical issues.
- ▪Talarico reported significant turnout at his campaign events, indicating growing support beyond traditional Democratic voters.
- ▪He raised $27 million in the first quarter of his campaign, showcasing strong fundraising capabilities.
- ▪Talarico's campaign focuses on economic issues, advocating for measures to lower costs for Texans.
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Politics Talarico says Paxton is "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption" By Ed O'Keefe, Ed O'Keefe Senior White House and Political Correspondent Ed O'Keefe is CBS News' senior White House and political correspondent reporting for all CBS News platforms. He's part of the team covering President Trump and covered all four years of Joe Biden's presidency. From the White House to the campaign trail, O'Keefe's reports stretch from the politics of the moment to how policy enacted in Washington affects the nation and the world. Read Full Bio Ed O'Keefe, Gabrielle Ake, Kaia Hubbard Kaia Hubbard Politics Reporter Kaia Hubbard is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C.
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