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Leaked audio from a September 24 fundraiser reveals Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton supporting cuts to mandatory federal spending to address the national deficit. While Paxton publicly defends Social Security, the recording highlights his private stance on entitlements ahead of a competitive November election.
President Trump held a chaotic third Texas rally in a month to support lagging Senate candidate Ken Paxton, mixing personal anecdotes about his wife with aggressive attacks on Democrat James Talarico. While Trump claimed Talarico is a vegan and 'sick' from eating meat, the candidate denied these claims, attributing his recent absence to the flu. The event highlighted GOP anxiety over losing a key red state, with Trump warning he would 'never forgive' Texas if Democrats win, despite polls showing a tight race and his own low approval ratings.
President Trump attacked Democratic candidate James Talarico at a San Antonio rally, falsely claiming the senator is vegan and sick from eating meat. Talarico, who is recovering from the flu, has denied being vegan, while polls show a competitive race against Republican Ken Paxton.
President Donald Trump’s third Texas rally in a month at San Antonio’s Freeman Coliseum was marked by significant disruption, with at least 18 protesters ejected by authorities. While no arrests were made, the event highlighted the volatile nature of the U.S. Senate race between Republican nominee Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico. Trump spent the evening attacking Talarico and defending Paxton, though the latter’s polling numbers remain unfavorable. The rally also drew attention to Trump’s declining approval ratings in the state and the absence of Governor Greg Abbott, who chose not to attend the event.
President Donald Trump’s third Texas rally in a month was repeatedly interrupted by protesters as he campaigned for embattled Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Despite massive Republican spending, Paxton trails Democrat James Talarico in polls, and Trump’s low approval ratings in the state have raised concerns among GOP strategists about the effectiveness of his visits.
President Trump’s San Antonio rally was interrupted by at least 18 protesters, none of whom were arrested. He attacked Democratic nominee James Talarico and repeated claims about Iran’s nuclear threat, despite intelligence assessments contradicting him.
Texas voters are receiving racially charged text messages targeting Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico. The messages, which ask recipients if they are white, are linked to an attack website funded by the American Political Action Committee. Talarico’s allies condemn the tactic as a regression to 1980s-style racial politics, while experts note it reflects a surge in out-of-state spending in the competitive race.
New polling indicates Democrats James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa are narrowing their gaps against Republican incumbents Ken Paxton and Greg Abbott in Texas, though Republicans maintain a significant financial advantage.
Sen. Ted Cruz is actively supporting Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Senate campaign by facilitating events and offering strategic advice, despite Cruz’s own uncertain political future. This collaboration helps Paxton overcome outreach challenges with Hispanic business leaders, a key demographic in the tight race against Democrat James Talarico.
Republicans have injected over $700 million in new advertising into congressional races since September, aiming to counter a sharp decline in President Trump’s approval ratings. The spending surge is concentrated in traditionally safe red states like Texas, Kansas, and Ohio, where Democrats are now competitive. While GOP super PACs pour in massive funds, Democratic candidates often out-raise their opponents and benefit from cheaper ad rates, creating a complex financial battle for control of the Senate.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton privately admitted that his Senate campaign messaging is being dictated by Washington, D.C., rather than local operations. This admission, captured on audio at a September fundraiser, highlights a disconnect between the candidate and his campaign apparatus. The comments come as Paxton trails Democratic opponent James Talarico in recent polls, despite massive spending and support from President Trump.
CNN analyst Harry Enten identifies the Texas Senate race as the critical fourth seat Democrats need to flip to secure a 78% probability of controlling the U.S. Senate. Democratic candidate James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Republican Ken Paxton, a race that has become a bellwether for broader Republican vulnerability in 2026.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton raised $18 million in the third quarter of 2026, double his previous quarter’s haul, signaling strong Republican donor support. This campaign surge coincides with a massive external spending effort, with Republican-aligned groups planning to spend over $166 million in Texas, far exceeding Democratic support. The race is now the most expensive Senate contest of the year, with Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remaining neck-and-neck in polls despite the financial disparity.
Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton privately admitted that his campaign messaging and strategy are being dictated by Washington, D.C., rather than local Texas operations. This admission, captured on audio at a September fundraiser, highlights a disconnect between the candidate and his campaign apparatus. The comments come as Paxton trails Democratic opponent James Talarico in recent polls, despite massive spending and support from President Trump. While Paxton’s team dismissed the audio as manipulated, the race remains a tight toss-up in a state that has not lost a statewide election since 1994.
Dallas Cowboys legend Randy White has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the U.S. Senate race, citing shared advocacy on child safety and opioid awareness. White criticized Democratic opponent James Talarico as untrustworthy, particularly regarding shifting stances on transgender athletes. The endorsement comes as polls show a tight race, with Talarico holding a narrow lead among likely voters.