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Talarico Responds to Pastor's Threats: 'Christian Nationalism Kills'

3/25/2026

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James Talarico, a Texas Senate candidate (D) aiming to challenge Sen. John Cornyn (R), responded to threats from evangelical pastor Brooks Potteiger who urged his crucifixion.
Talarico expressed love for Potteiger, saying, "Jesus loves. Christian Nationalism kills."
Potteiger and podcast host Joshua Haymes criticized Talarico for his views on transgender minors.
Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson defended Potteiger, claiming the media misrepresented his comments to attack him and Secretary Hegseth.

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James Talarico, a Texas Senate candidate (D) aiming to challenge Sen. John Cornyn (R), responded to threats from evangelical pastor Brooks Potteiger who urged his crucifixion.
Talarico expressed love for Potteiger, saying, "Jesus loves. Christian Nationalism kills."
Potteiger and podcast host Joshua Haymes criticized Talarico for his views on transgender minors.
Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson defended Potteiger, claiming the media misrepresented his comments to attack him and Secretary Hegseth.