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Talarico goes all-in with attack on Paxton plea deal in child sex abuse case
By Taylor Goldstein, The Texas Tribune at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico on Thursday slammed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, his Republican opponent, for a plea deal his office offered a Waco man who was charged with repeatedly sexually abusing a young boy. Speaking from the steps of the McLennan County Courthouse in ...
Key takeaway Senate candidate James Talarico on Thursday slammed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, his Republican opponent, for a plea deal his office offered a Waco man who was charged with repeatedly sexually abusing a young boy.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
In the context of Bexar County, where Terrell Hills residents take pride in their community's strong stance against child abuse, James Talarico's criticism of Ken Paxton's plea deal resonates deeply. The fact that a Waco man charged with serious crimes against a child may receive a lenient sentence under Paxton's watch raises concerns about the Texas Attorney General's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations. As a community that values the safety and well-being of its children, Terrell Hills residents will be watching this case closely, eager to see how Paxton responds to Talarico's demands for transparency. The outcome of this case may have implications for how child sex abuse cases are handled in Bexar County and beyond, making it a crucial issue for local voters to consider in the upcoming election. Talarico's strong stance on this issue may appeal to voters in Terrell Hills who prioritize child safety.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico on Thursday slammed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, his Republican opponent, for a plea deal his office offered a Waco man who was charged with repeatedly sexually abusing a young boy. Speaking from the steps of the McLennan County Courthouse in ...
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