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Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is escalating his fight against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing his office of hiding records from a controversial plea deal in a child sex abuse case. Talarico calls the deal an “Epstein-style sweetheart deal” and demands transparency, arguing that if nothing is to hide, the documents should be released. The lawyer involved, Hoffman, pleaded guilty to lesser charges and avoided sex offender registration — a move Talarico says undermines justice. Paxton’s team counters that Talarico is exploiting trauma for political gain, while the AG’s office claims the deal was made to protect the victim’s well-being after a hung jury. Political scientist Brandon Rottinghaus notes such scandals can galvanize voters nationwide. Talarico vows to keep pushing for the files, seeking bipartisan support to force disclosure.

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