Melissa Dieterich
Coverage of Melissa Dieterich in the Nexus archive.
- Texas Dem's claim about abuse victim's family unravels after relatives say they're 'tired of being used'
Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico faces criticism after the family of a child sex abuse victim disputed his claim of contact with them, stating they are 'tired of being used' in the election. Talarico accused his opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, of negotiating a favorable plea deal for Adam Hoffman, a former attorney charged with child abuse. The victim's family denied providing statements to Talarico and criticized both candidates for using their case.
- Texas Dem's claim about abuse victim's family unravels after relatives say they're 'tired of being used'
Texas Democrat James Talarico faces criticism after the family of a child sex abuse victim denied his campaign's claims of contact, stating they are 'tired of being used' in the election. Talarico accused Republican Senate opponent Ken Paxton of securing a lenient plea deal for Adam Hoffman, but the victim's family disputed Talarico's team's involvement.