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Trump pledges Clemens Medal of Freedom at Texas rally
politics2 days ago

Trump pledges Clemens Medal of Freedom at Texas rally

President Donald Trump announced at a San Antonio rally that he will award baseball pitcher Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The surprise honor, given to a seven-time Cy Young winner excluded from the Hall of Fame due to steroid allegations, was framed by Trump as a higher distinction than baseball recognition. Clemens expressed shock and gratitude, while the event served as a campaign stop for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton.

via USA Today|
#donald-trump#ken-paxton#mlb
Trump’s San Antonio Rally Blends Marriage Gossip with Desperate Texas Senate Pleas
politics2 days ago

Trump’s San Antonio Rally Blends Marriage Gossip with Desperate Texas Senate Pleas

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.

via The Independent|
#donald-trump#james-talarico#ken-paxton
Disorder and Polling Gaps Define Trump's San Antonio Rally for Paxton
politics2 days ago

Disorder and Polling Gaps Define Trump's San Antonio Rally for 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.

via CBS News|
#donald-trump#james-talarico#ken-paxton
Trump’s San Antonio Rally Disrupted by Protests Amidst Texas Senate Crisis
politics2 days ago

Trump’s San Antonio Rally Disrupted by Protests Amidst Texas Senate Crisis

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.

via The Guardian|
#2026-midterms#donald-trump#james-talarico
Trump's third Texas rally highlights GOP's economic and Latino voter crisis
politics2 days ago

Trump's third Texas rally highlights GOP's economic and Latino voter crisis

President Donald Trump held his third Texas rally in a month to support Senate nominee Ken Paxton, who is facing a tight race against Democrat James Talarico. While Trump attacked opponents and touted border security, the event highlighted deep Republican anxiety over rising fuel costs and waning support among Latino and blue-collar voters. The rally was marked by protests and a strained relationship between the president and Paxton, who has privately blamed Trump's policies for his polling struggles.

via The Washington Post|
#economic-anxiety#ken-paxton#latinos
Trump’s Texas Rally Highlights Fractured GOP Strategy Amid Tight Senate Race
politics2 days ago

Trump’s Texas Rally Highlights Fractured GOP Strategy Amid Tight Senate Race

President Donald Trump held a third Texas rally in a month to support embattled Senate candidate Ken Paxton, whose campaign is struggling despite massive Republican spending. While Trump attacked Democrat James Talarico, Paxton has privately criticized the president’s policies and convention as damaging to his numbers. The visit underscores the GOP’s fear of losing the Senate majority, with Republicans outspending Democrats 5-to-1 in a race that remains unexpectedly close in a traditionally red state.

via CNN|
#donald-trump#gop-strategy#ken-paxton
Trump's San Antonio Rally Highlights GOP Fractures and False Claims
politics2 days ago

Trump's San Antonio Rally Highlights GOP Fractures and False Claims

President Trump held a second Texas rally in San Antonio to support Republican candidates Ken Paxton and Carlos De La Cruz, despite a tight Senate race and a boycott by Governor Greg Abbott. The event featured false claims about Iran's nuclear capabilities and the economy, while Democrats increased funding for their gubernatorial candidate. The visit underscores the fragility of the GOP's hold on traditionally red states ahead of the midterms.

via NBC News|
#donald-trump#iran-war#ken-paxton
Paxton Blames Iran War and Fuel Costs for Texas Polling Deficit
politics3 days ago

Paxton Blames Iran War and Fuel Costs for Texas Polling Deficit

Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton privately admitted that the ongoing Iran war and soaring fuel prices are the primary factors hurting his campaign. In leaked audio from a closed-door fundraiser, Paxton stated that affordability is the 'biggest problem' for Republicans, noting that diesel prices exceeding $6 per gallon are driving up food costs. He acknowledged he has no control over these federal decisions, even as President Trump prepares to rally with him in San Antonio. This admission aligns with broader polling showing Democrats ahead in competitive races and a national trend of voters blaming the administration for economic conditions.

via The Guardian|
#2026-midterms#gas-prices#iran-war
Paxton Blames Iran War and DC Control for Texas Senate Struggles
politics3 days ago

Paxton Blames Iran War and DC Control for Texas Senate Struggles

Texas Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton privately blamed the ongoing Iran war and high fuel costs for his campaign’s struggles, while also admitting he has little control over his messaging due to Washington-based influence. Speaking at a closed-door fundraiser in late September, Paxton told donors that affordability issues, specifically diesel prices exceeding $6 per gallon, are the primary obstacles to his victory. He acknowledged that national decisions, including the conflict with Iran, are beyond his control, though he proposed tax cuts and write-offs as remedies. This admission highlights the tension between Paxton’s local campaign and the national Republican strategy, as polls show him trailing Democratic opponent James Talarico in a tight race for the Texas Senate seat.

via Axios|
#2026-midterms#gas-prices#iran-war
Leaked Audio Reveals Ken Paxton’s Frustration With Washington’s Control Over His Texas Senate Campaign
politics4 days ago

Leaked Audio Reveals Ken Paxton’s Frustration With Washington’s Control Over His Texas Senate Campaign

Texas AG Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, admitted in a leaked recording that he has little control over his campaign messaging due to outside influence from Washington. This admission follows a previous complaint that the recent GOP convention negatively impacted his polling. While Trump and VP Vance dismissed the remarks as unimportant, polls show Paxton trailing his Democratic opponent, James Talarico, in a critical race for the Senate majority.

via The Bulwark|
#donald-trump#gop#ken-paxton