Trump's Tough-Guy Act Is Finally Falling Apart (w/ Will Saletan)
The article discusses the recent political developments in Texas, highlighting the surprising primary win of Ken Paxton. It also examines the potential for Democrat James Talarico to make significant gains in the state. Additionally, the piece reflects on the changing dynamics within the Republican Party as some members begin to voice their concerns.
- ▪Ken Paxton's primary win has been described as shocking.
- ▪Democrat James Talarico is seen as a potential candidate to flip Texas.
- ▪Some Republicans are finally speaking out against their party's direction.
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview7446Trump's Tough-Guy Act Is Finally Falling Apart (w/ Will Saletan)Mona Charen and Will SaletanJun 07, 2026∙ Paid7446ShareMona Charon and Will Saletan on Texas's political earthquake: Paxton's shocking primary win, whether Democrat James Talarico can actually flip the state, the YOLO Republicans finally speaking up too late, and what Bill Cassidy's post-loss laugh tells you about everything.Leave a commentBulwark Book Club: Mona will interview retired Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling abour his book, If I Don’t Return: A Father’s Wartime Journal.Join the conversation! Drop your questions or comments about the book for Mona to explore with Gen. Hertling here.
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