James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton, the Pope on AI, and Caves
The article discusses a political showdown in Texas between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico. It also covers Pope Leo XIV's views on artificial intelligence and includes lighter topics such as video games and pop culture. The conversation reflects on various political and social issues, highlighting the evolving dynamics in Texas politics.
- ▪James Talarico is facing off against Ken Paxton in a Texas Senate primary.
- ▪The Pope has released an encyclical addressing artificial intelligence.
- ▪Rep. Nancy Mace proposed a property tax break for baby boomers.
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Texas James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton, the Pope on AI, and Caves Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss James Talarico changing his tune and how the Pope views artificial intelligence. Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi | 5.29.2026 10:15 AM Share on FacebookShare on XShare on RedditShare by emailPrint friendly versionCopy page URL Add Reason to Google Media Contact & Reprint Requests <img src="https://d2eehagpk5cl65.cloudfront.net/img/c800x450-w800-q80/uploads/2026/05/Freedup-5-28-C-800x450.jpg" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto" width="1200" height="675" title="Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss Texas senate primary" alt="Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss Texas senate primary | Illustration: Adani Samat" /> (Illustration: Adani Samat)…
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