Texas Senate candidate James Talarico has temporarily halted his campaign activities, reportedly due to the flu. The candidate's campaign confirmed his absence from the trail.
Talarico's reported 12-day absence has become a topic for the Republican Party in the heated Texas Senate race. President Donald Trump has called for a debate between Talarico and Paxton, a debate Paxton has reportedly avoided.
The Texas Senate race continues to intensify amidst these developments. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
