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Talarico Flu Absence Draws Paxton, Trump Questions
Talarico's flu absence sparks Trump and Paxton pressure over campaign whereabouts.
In brief
Talarico's flu absence sparks Trump and Paxton pressure over campaign whereabouts. Texas Rep. James Talarico's campaign absence due to flu has drawn scrutiny from Trump and Paxton, with claims of mental health facility stay unverified. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Talarico's last Texas campaign event
State Rep. James Talarico (D-District 50) last appeared in person on September 26.
New York fundraising dates vary
NBC News cites September 29 for New York fundraising while Texas Scorecard lists September 28.
Talarico's flu diagnosis
Talarico said he was diagnosed with flu at Dallas urgent care clinic on September 30.
Campaign's recovery timeline
Campaign spokesman JT Ennis stated Talarico looks forward to returning this weekend after flu recovery.
Paxton demands proof of life
Attorney General Ken Paxton requested proof of life for Talarico after his absence.
Trump questions Talarico's whereabouts
Trump labeled Talarico as 'MISSING IN ACTION!' and called for Senate nominee debate.
Talarico responds to Trump
Talarico agreed to debate with Paxton but neither campaign announced a debate.
Unverified mental health claims
Spencer Pratt claimed Talarico was in mental health facility without named sources or evidence.
Sara Gonzales' unverified claim
Sara Gonzales shared unverified information about Talarico's whereabouts without confirming facility stay.
Campaign denies mental health facility
Dallas Express found no public documentation supporting Talarico's mental health facility stay.
Talarico's campaign response
Talarico's campaign continues to attribute absence to flu without mental health facility claims.
The essence
Texas Rep. James Talarico's campaign absence due to flu has drawn scrutiny from Trump and Paxton, with claims of mental health facility stay unverified.
