Jacob Smith Joins James Talarico’s Campaign Staff
Jacob Smith, a former John Cornyn aide, joined James Talarico’s Senate campaign. Coverage diverges on whether to present the hire as a blow to Cornyn or as evidence of disloyalty to Republican voters.
Lead article · redstate.com · RIGHTCornyn Staffer Makes Unusual Move That Has Everyone Talking, Convinces Paxton Voters They Were RightHow each side told it
Who’s in it, and how each side portrayed them
Cornyn and Talarico were named together by 1 of 3 outlets. Counted by outlet.
Had Jacob Smith as a former deputy legislative director before he joined Talarico’s campaign; coverage connects the departure to his primary loss and stated support for the Republican ticket.
Hired Jacob Smith, a former aide to the senator, for his Senate campaign.
When each side picked it up
When each side picked it up. left-leaning: 1 article, first thu 11:45 am, 49 hours after the first report. right-leaning: 2 articles, first tue 11:15 am.
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