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- 1Paxton-Talarico Senate race set to shatter Texas spending record▼Paxton-Talarico contest on course to demolish Texas record for campaign spending in a U.S. Senate election
The Republican primary contest between Ken Paxton and Shannon Talarico for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas is on track to break the state's record for campaign spending in a Senate election, according to Houston Public Media. The race is drawing attention for the extraordinary sums being poured into campaigning.
- 2Ken Paxton urges pairing border security with immigration reform▼Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security with immigration reform to help labor-starved business sectors
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called for balancing border security measures with immigration reform to support business sectors struggling with labor shortages. The remarks mark a notably pragmatic stance from a Republican official known for hardline positions on immigration, suggesting concern that enforcement alone is not addressing workforce gaps in industries dependent on immigrant labor.
- 3Paxton open to legal worker programs if border secured●Paxton open to legal worker programs if border is secure, tells Hispanic business leaders
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton told Hispanic business leaders he would be open to legal worker programs, provided the US-Mexico border is first secured. The remarks signal a possible softening for business groups seeking access to migrant labor, while maintaining a hardline position on border enforcement.
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Discussion is circulating about sentencing remarks connected to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Commenters are weighing in on what was said in court and what it signals about the case and Paxton's political standing. Details of the remarks and their legal significance remain a subject of disagreement among observers.
- 5Ken Paxton campaigns for Senate on immigration and plea deal▼Ken Paxton addresses immigration, controversial plea deal on Senate campaign trail
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is on the campaign trail for US Senate, addressing immigration and defending a controversial plea deal that has drawn criticism. His stops have put both issues at the center of his Senate bid, drawing attention from voters and local media in Texas.
- 6Manchin says character rules out voting for Ken Paxton▼Manchin says ‘if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton’
Senator Joe Manchin said that 'if character means anything, you can't vote for Ken Paxton', delivering a sharp personal rebuke of the Texas attorney general. The remark adds Manchin's voice to criticism of Paxton, a polarizing Republican figure who has faced years of legal and ethical controversies.
- 7Manchin says character rules out voting for Ken Paxton●Manchin: ‘If character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton’
Senator Joe Manchin said that 'if character means anything, you can't vote for Ken Paxton', delivering a sharp personal rebuke of the Texas attorney general. The remark adds Manchin's voice to criticism of Paxton, a polarizing Republican figure who has faced repeated legal and ethical controversies and remains a prominent name in Texas and national politics.
- 8Ken Paxton talks immigration and Adam Hoffman case in Fort Worth▼Ken Paxton discusses immigration, Adam Hoffman case in Fort Worth interview
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton gave an interview in Fort Worth, where he discussed the state's immigration enforcement efforts and the case involving Adam Hoffman. The conversation touched on his office's ongoing legal and political priorities, drawing attention from viewers across the Dallas-Fort Worth area as immigration policy remains a central issue in Texas politics.
- 9Republican calls Trump's backing of Ken Paxton a 'colossal mistake'●Republican says Trump's support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was 'colossal mistake' https://www.theguardian.com/us-new
A Republican lawmaker, Senator Thom Tillis, has publicly criticised Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate primary, calling it a 'colossal mistake'. The remarks highlight growing Republican unease over Trump's intervention in the race against incumbent John Cornyn, with some in the party fearing Paxton's legal baggage could jeopardise a winnable seat.
- 10Republican calls Trump's backing of Ken Paxton a 'colossal mistake'●Republican says Trump’s support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was ‘colossal mistake’ https://www. theguardian.com/us-ne
A Republican senator has publicly criticised Donald Trump's decision to endorse Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate Republican primary, calling it a 'colossal mistake'. The remark, reported by The Guardian, highlights continuing friction within the party over Trump's role in intraparty contests and over Paxton, whose legal troubles have long made him a divisive figure among Republicans.
- 11Cornyn slams fellow Texas Republican Paxton over 'baggage'●'It's hard to outrun all the baggage': Sen. John Cornyn bashes fellow Texas Republican Ken Paxton
Senator John Cornyn publicly criticized Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, saying 'it's hard to outrun all the baggage,' a jab at Paxton's long history of legal and ethical troubles. The remarks highlight a growing Republican primary clash in Texas, where Paxton is challenging Cornyn for his Senate seat, exposing deep divisions within the state's GOP ahead of the 2026 election.
- 12Ken Paxton urges balance of border security and immigration reform●Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security, immigration reform to help labor-starved businesses
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called for pairing tougher border security with immigration reform to help businesses struggling to find workers. He argued that a functional legal immigration system could address labor shortages while maintaining enforcement at the border. The remarks come amid ongoing national debate in Congress over immigration policy and its economic impact.
- 13Super PAC spending climbs in tight Paxton-Talarico Senate race▼Super PAC spending increasing for both Paxton and Talarico in tight Texas Senate race, which is benefiting more?
Super PAC spending is rising on both sides of the Texas Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, one of the most closely watched contests of the cycle. Outside groups are pouring money into advertising as the race remains tight, and commentators are debating which candidate is benefiting more from the surge in outside spending.
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Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, is at the center of discussion around sentencing remarks in a court proceeding. Paxton has faced a series of legal battles in recent years, including securities fraud charges and an impeachment trial in 2023 from which he was acquitted. Commentators are weighing what the judge's comments could mean for his legal standing and political future.
- 15Paxton and Talarico clash over suspending Texas gas tax▼Paxton, Talarico spar over gas tax suspension amid rising prices
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and state Senator Molly Talarico have publicly sparred over whether to suspend the state gasoline tax as prices at the pump rise. The exchange highlights a broader debate over how Texas officials should ease cost-of-living pressures on drivers, with each side accusing the other of posturing on an issue that directly affects voters' wallets.
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Senator Thom Tillis said President Trump's decision to endorse Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Senate race was a colossal mistake. The remarks fuel debate within the Republican Party over Trump's influence in the 2026 midterm primaries and whether backing the scandal-plagued Texas attorney general could jeopardize a winnable seat.
- 17Karl Rove says Cornyn, not Paxton, could beat Talarico▼Karl Rove says John Cornyn, not Paxton, could beat Talarico
Longtime Republican strategist Karl Rove argues Senator John Cornyn, rather than Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, would be the stronger GOP candidate against Democrat James Talarico in the state's Senate race. The comments add fuel to the internal Republican debate over who should carry the party's banner in Texas.
- 18Joe Rogan's mentions of Talarico and Paxton examined●From Gus Bova: Joe Rogan often speaks positively of James Talarico, and negatively of Ken Paxton. But his views on the m
Texas Observer journalist Gus Bova analyzed 20 episodes of Joe Rogan's podcast in which James Talarico or Ken Paxton came up, finding Rogan speaks positively of Talarico and negatively of Paxton. His actual views on the Texas midterm race, and what influence he may have on his large audience, remain hard to pin down, the report says.