Talarico Defends THC Access in Texas | Texas News

Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico is sounding the alarm against hemp-derived THC bans, calling them a dangerous return to prohibition that will push users toward the black market. He argues that Texans rely on these products for PTSD, chronic pain, and anxiety—and federal lawmakers are now delaying a potential ban, giving time for sensible regulation instead of outright prohibition. Talarico supports age restrictions and truthful labeling but opposes full bans, even as he backs federal marijuana legalization for adults. His stance contrasts sharply with GOP rival Ken Paxton, who’s aggressively targeting intoxicating THC products. Talarico also backs Trump’s move to reclassify marijuana as Schedule III, seeing it as a less harmful alternative to alcohol and cigarettes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0620665f6fde500