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Republican Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton faces internal party sabotage and donor hesitation, while errors in Flock license plate readers continue to cause wrongful police detentions despite recent state funding pauses.
Texas Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton has faced a series of damaging leaks from closed-door fundraisers, where he blamed incumbent John Cornyn for his campaign's struggles, cited the Iran war and high gas prices as key obstacles, and expressed support for cutting mandatory spending like Social Security. These revelations have intensified the rift between Paxton and establishment Republicans, while his opponent, Democrat James Talarico, maintains a narrow lead in polls.
A new UMass Lowell poll shows the Texas U.S. Senate race between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico tied at 45% each, with 7% undecided. This marks a shift from recent polls where Talarico led, occurring just days before early voting begins on October 19. The race is pivotal for congressional control, as a Democratic win would end the GOP’s hold on the seat since 1988.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces a tight Senate race against Democrat James Talarico, with recent leaked audio revealing his private frustrations. Paxton has complained that his campaign is controlled by Washington, that outgoing Senator John Cornyn is not supporting him, and that high gas prices and the Iran war are hurting his polling. While national Republicans have poured over $100 million into the race, polls show Talarico leading slightly, and Paxton’s campaign has dismissed the recordings as misleading.
President Donald Trump held a campaign rally in San Antonio on October 7 to support Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton and House candidate Carlos De La Cruz, who are facing unexpectedly tight races in red-state Texas. Trump urged voters to treat the election as a referendum on his policies, despite not being on the ballot. The event was marked by frequent protests, clashes with demonstrators, and a focus on border security and energy, while polls show Paxton trailing Democrat James Talarico.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Texas AG Ken Paxton privately admitted his Senate campaign is being run by Washington, D.C., despite claiming local control, while AI executives faced intense scrutiny in New York over safety risks. Paxton’s comments, captured at a September fundraiser, highlighted his lack of control over messaging, even as he trails in polls. Meanwhile, leaders from major AI firms testified before the NYC Council, with critics warning of catastrophic risks and the council threatening legal action against absent companies.
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.
President Donald Trump publicly mocked Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton during a Denton rally, calling him a 'pain in the ass' while praising his loyalty. This public jibe follows a leaked audio recording where Paxton privately told donors that the recent Dallas convention hurt his polling numbers. While Trump has launched a 32-day campaign tour to support GOP candidates, internal party figures and polls suggest the Texas race remains at risk, with Paxton trailing his Democratic opponent and facing a significant fundraising deficit.
Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton privately criticized President Trump's Dallas convention, claiming it hurt his polling numbers. Trump and VP Vance dismissed the leaked audio, while Paxton's campaign called it manipulated nonsense. The race remains tight, with national spending favoring Paxton but public polls showing him trailing Democrat James Talarico.
A new poll shows the Texas Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton is nearly tied, signaling a potential blue wave. This local result reflects a broader national crisis for Republicans, who are struggling in red states due to economic dissatisfaction and unpopular policies. While GOP spending in Texas has surged, internal divisions and declining approval ratings threaten their hold on key seats.
Retiring US Senator Thom Tillis criticized President Donald Trump for endorsing Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary, calling it a 'colossal mistake' that jeopardizes the GOP’s hold on the seat. Tillis argued that Cornyn’s victory would have saved the party tens or hundreds of millions of dollars in campaign spending. Paxton, who defeated Cornyn in May, now faces Democrat James Talarico in the November general election amid ongoing scandals and a tight race.