Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico said he wants to partner with President Donald Trump on legalizing marijuana if he wins next month's election.
Where
Statewide
When
Oct. 26, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
James TalaricoDemocratic U.S. Senate candidate
President Donald TrumpPresident (mentioned as potential partner)
The facts
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico said he wants to partner with President Trump on legalizing marijuana.2
Who said what
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James Talarico He wants to work with Trump on legalizing marijuana if elected next month2
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