Talarico did say the southern border should have a giant welcome mat, but in the same remarks he said there should be a lock on the door and that people who mean harm should be kept out. PolitiFact rated a similar shortened version Mostly False.
Talarico said modern science recognizes six biological sexes, referring to chromosomal variations, not six genders. LGBTQ Nation rated the "six genders" claim half true for that distinction.
