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Paxton Campaign Slams Talarico with Trans Rumors, Corruption Retort

5/28/2026

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Ken Paxton’s campaign called James Talarico (Democratic Senate candidate) “Talafreako” and accused him of trans-related policies.
After the DNC highlighted James Talarico (Democratic Senate candidate) on X, Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller falsely called him transgender.
RNC Chair Joe Gruters repeated the claim that Talarico wants boys in girls’ locker rooms.
Talarico responded by linking Paxton to the Adam Hoffman plea deal and calling him the most corrupt politician.

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Story summary

Ken Paxton’s campaign called James Talarico (Democratic Senate candidate) “Talafreako” and accused him of trans-related policies.
After the DNC highlighted James Talarico (Democratic Senate candidate) on X, Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller falsely called him transgender.
RNC Chair Joe Gruters repeated the claim that Talarico wants boys in girls’ locker rooms.
Talarico responded by linking Paxton to the Adam Hoffman plea deal and calling him the most corrupt politician.