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James Talarico demands Paxton release files about child sex abuse plea deal he cut as Texas Attorney General
By Michael Karlis at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is demanding that his opponent, Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, “release the files” about a man indicted for child sexual abuse who spent just 29 days in a Texas jail after striking a deal with Paxton’s office. The renewed calls from Talaric...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
In Bexar County, where San Antonio is located, the handling of child sex abuse cases is a critical issue that affects local families and communities. The fact that a man indicted for such a serious crime spent only 29 days in jail after a plea deal with the Attorney General's office raises questions about the effectiveness of the justice system in Texas. As a state representative, James Talarico's demand for transparency in this case resonates with local concerns about public safety and accountability. The outcome of this situation will be closely watched by San Antonio residents, who expect their elected officials to prioritize the protection of vulnerable populations, particularly children. The release of files related to this plea deal could provide much-needed insight into the decision-making process behind it, and potentially inform future policy decisions at the state and local level.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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What is this story about? Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is demanding that his opponent, Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, “release the files” about a man indicted for child sexual abuse who spent just 29 days in a Texas jail after striking a deal with Paxton’s office. The renewed calls from Talaric...
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