Key facts
- James Talarico, Democratic candidate for Texas U.S. Senate, dismissed personal attacks from President Trump and AG Ken Paxton.
- Talarico described the insults as 'corny nicknames' and 'politics as professional wrestling,' suggesting voter fatigue with such tactics.
- He stated that the attacks do not address key issues like affordability and economic solutions.
- Talarico specifically addressed Paxton's 'Low-T Talarico' insult, questioning its relevance to Texans' needs.
- He believes the lack of substantive arguments from Republicans is a positive sign for his campaign.
State Representative James Talarico, the Democratic candidate in the Texas U.S. Senate race, has dismissed personal attacks and insults from President Trump and his Republican opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Talarico told MS NOW’s Eugene Daniels that he believes voters are tired of political theater and are instead looking for elected officials who will focus on substantive issues and bipartisan legislation. He characterized the insults as 'corny nicknames' and 'politics as professional wrestling,' suggesting that such tactics do not address the needs of Texans.