Politics · October 7, 2026
Who Is Ken Paxton Turning to for Help in the Texas Senate Race?
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Former President Donald Trump is campaigning in San Antonio, Texas, to support Republican Ken Paxton in a highly competitive Senate race against Democrat James Talarico. This visit marks Trump's third trip to the state recently as polls suggest Paxton is facing a difficult challenge. Reports indicate that the race is significantly influenced by national factors including gas prices and the impact of conflict in Iran, with Republican groups investing millions of dollars into Paxton's campaign.
Former President Donald Trump is campaigning in San Antonio, Texas, to support Republican Ken Paxton in a highly competitive Senate race against Democrat James Talarico. This visit marks Trump's third trip to the state recently as polls suggest Paxton is facing a difficult challenge. Reports indicate that the race is significantly influenced by national factors including gas prices and the impact of conflict in Iran, with Republican groups investing millions of dollars into Paxton's campaign.