Stephen Miller Calls James Talarico the Democrats’ “First Transgender Senate Candidate”
Yahoo • • nation
Key Points:
- White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller falsely claimed Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was transgender during an online exchange, escalating Republican attacks on the Democrat.
- Talarico, a cisgender heterosexual who advocates for LGBTQ+ equality, has become a target as he poses a significant threat to flip Texas blue.
- The Democratic National Committee responded bluntly to Miller's false claim, while Talarico has stood by his positions, including describing God as "nonbinary" to provoke discussion.
- Republicans, including RNC Chair Joe Gruters, have spread misinformation about Talarico, falsely accusing him of being vegan and supporting controversial policies.
- Miller's claim was factually incorrect, as transgender candidates have previously won legislative seats, including Democrat Sarah McBride, the first openly trans state senator and U.S. Congress member.