Politics · October 18, 2026
US Chamber of Commerce endorses Paxton over Talarico
Part of: Texas Senate: Paxton vs. Talarico →
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Texas Republican Ken Paxton in his Senate race against Democrat James Talarico as early voting begins in Texas. The endorsement highlights Paxton's support for pro-growth policies and legal reform, occurring as both candidates held rallies in San Antonio and Plano. Currently, polling averages show a tight race, with Talarico holding a slight lead despite Texas's Republican history.
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US Chamber of Commerce endorses Paxton over Talarico
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Chamber of Commerce endorses Paxton as he and Talarico host rallies ahead of Texas early voting
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- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorsed Ken Paxton.
- Early voting in Texas begins on Monday.
- Talarico held a rally in Plano while Paxton held one in San Antonio.
- RealClearPolitics polling average shows Talarico with a slight lead.
- Paxton is hosting an early voting kickoff event with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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- The Chamber of Commerce is the nation's largest pro-business group.
- Trump endorsed Paxton over John Cornyn in the primary election.
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The article frames the endorsement as a necessary bolster for a candidate struggling with Republican enthusiasm, while highlighting his 'defender of free enterprise' credentials and his warning that 'If we lost Texas, we lose America.'
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