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Paxton's impeachment defense lawyer backs Talarico for Texas Senate
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Paxton's impeachment defense lawyer backs Talarico for Texas Senate

The Hill · Jun 8, 2026, 3:25 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

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A lawyer who helped defend Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) during his 2023 impeachment trial has endorsed his opponent, state Rep. James Talarico (D), in Texas's high-profile Senate race. Houston-based defense attorney Dan Cogdell, who helped lead Paxton’s successful defense during his 2023 im

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