The GOP’s Attacks on James Talarico Are Straight Out of the Incel Handbook
The GOP's attacks on James Talarico have drawn from incel culture and online far-right rhetoric. Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for Senate, has labeled Talarico with derogatory nicknames related to masculinity and diet. Despite these claims, Talarico has denied being vegan and has engaged in typical Texan food choices during his campaign.
- ▪Ken Paxton defeated John Cornyn to become the Republican nominee for the Senate seat in Texas.
- ▪Paxton has used derogatory nicknames for Talarico, including 'Tofu Talarico' and 'Low-T Talarico.'
- ▪Talarico has denied being vegan and has ordered non-vegan food during his campaign.
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Miles KleeCultureMay 28, 2026 7:49 PMThe GOP’s Attacks on James Talarico Are Straight Out of the Incel HandbookClaims about low testosterone and false accusations of veganism might play well to the online far-right, but will they win an election?Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico speaks in Houston, Texas.Photograph: Danielle Villasana/Getty ImagesCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyOn Tuesday, with Donald Trump’s endorsement and the backing of the MAGA faithful, scandal-ridden Texas attorney general Ken Paxton defeated incumbent US senator John Cornyn in a run-off primary to claim the Republican nomination for that seat.He then quickly set about painting his general election opponent, Democratic Texas state representative James Talarico,…
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