Paxton Dodges Question on Texas THC Ban | TDR Cannabis in 5

Could Texas turn blue over a fight about THC? In this episode of TDR Cannabis in 5, host Shadd Dales breaks down a story first reported by Marijuana Moment involving Texas Democrat James Talarico, Attorney General and Senate candidate Ken Paxton, and an unexpected voice weighing in, Joe Rogan.A video circulating on X shows Paxton being directly asked about his thoughts on the state’s THC ban, and he doesn’t answer. Talarico is using that silence to double down on an earlier claim that Paxton has been shaping cannabis policy around donor dollars, an allegation Paxton’s office hasn’t publicly addressed. Shadd walks through why that moment is getting so much attention and what it says about where cannabis policy stands in a state that rarely puts it front and center.Rogan, who lives in Texas and has one of the largest platforms in the country, added his own warning, that pushing too hard on THC restrictions could actually cost Republicans politically in the state. Shadd gets into why that combination, a Senate candidate dodging the question and a major national voice weighing in, signals just how mainstream this issue has become, and what it means for a state with one of the largest hemp and THC consumer bases in the country heading into a heated election cycle.A closer look at how cannabis politics are playing out in one of the country’s biggest battleground conversations.#TDRCannabisIn5 #TexasPolitics #JamesTalarico #KenPaxton #JoeRogan #THCBan #CannabisPolicy #TexasHemp #CannabisNews #Election2026 #CannabisIndustry #CannabisReschedulingWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • Cannabis Rescheduling Enters New Phase Nex...  🎬    • Texas Hemp Crackdown Sparks Donor Influenc...  🎬    • Congress Moves to Keep Hemp‑THC Drinks Leg...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:[email protected] Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...