Talarico steps off Texas Senate campaign trail after flu diagnosis
His campaign says he will return this weekend after holding more than 100 events, while Ken Paxton’s team demanded proof of life.
- Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico stepped off the campaign trail for 12 days following a flu diagnosis confirmed on September 30 after visiting urgent care in Dallas. Campaign spokesperson JT Ennis said Talarico is recovering and expects to return soon.
- Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton's campaign demanded "proof of life" and questioned Talarico's whereabouts, releasing attack ads while President Donald Trump labeled the candidate "MISSING IN ACTION" on social media.
- During a Wednesday rally in San Antonio, Trump mocked Talarico's absence with unsubstantiated claims, suggesting the candidate is a secret vegan forced to eat meat for political appearances. Trump alleged Talarico's illness stems from this dietary rejection.
- Facing a critical test, Talarico must reassert visibility at a CNN town hall on October 14 in Fort Worth, as Republicans have outspent Democrats with more than $190 million in ad spending through November.
- Despite the controversy, Talarico maintains a narrow lead in recent polls, positioning him to potentially become the first Democrat to win a statewide Texas election since 1990. The race remains tight as the midterm countdown intensifies.
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