Paxton's Impeachment Defense Lawyer Endorses James Talarico

Monday, June 08, 2026

A Texas lawyer who helped lead Republican Ken Paxton's defense during his 2023 impeachment trial is endorsing Democrat James Talarico in the state's critical Senate race this November.

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Dan Cogdell -- the powerhouse defense attorney who successfully defended Texas AG #KenPaxton during his dramatic 2023 impeachment trial -- has officially turned on his former client.

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"If you voted for John Cornyn, you have a place in this campaign," Talarico said in a statement.

"If you're a Republican tired of the corruption you're seeing in government, you have a place in this campaign. Even if you're Ken Paxton's impeachment lawyer, you have a place in this campaign." - James Talarico

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He's not shy with the zingers!

"I have a legislative record, Ken Paxton has a criminal record."

#1 | Posted by Corky at 2026-06-08 01:44 PM | Reply

Talarico
That's a cool name. I would vote for him cause that. If I voted.

LOL I sensed something!
just now looked it up-
Apparently "talarico" is Brazilian slang for "wife-stealer.
LOL LMAO

Next dog name right there!

#2 | Posted by john_savage2 at 2026-06-08 11:46 PM | Reply

Talarico : Italian: from the personal name Talaricus from the ancient Germanic Athalaric a compound of adal 'noble' + rc 'power'.

#3 | Posted by john_savage2 at 2026-06-08 11:49 PM | Reply

This seems awfully close to violating client attorney privilege. Given Paxton's history of 0 ethics wouldn't be surprised to see him try and litigate something.

#4 | Posted by mattm at 2026-06-09 01:41 PM | Reply