Republicans in Texas are launching aggressive cultural attacks against Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, focusing on gender identity and other wedge issues to counter economic concerns and mobilize voters ahead of the November elections.
Ken Paxton, backed by Donald Trump, wins the Republican primary runoff for the Texas Senate seat over incumbent John Cornyn, despite facing scandals, and will face Democrat James Talarico in the general election.
Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate run-off, calling Paxton loyal. Incumbent John Cornyn disputed Trump's claims of non-support. Recent polls show a tight race, with concerns about Paxton's electability.
President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate primary runoff, backing a loyalist against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. The race is seen as a test of Trump's influence in the GOP ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Former President Barack Obama has met with U.S. candidate James Talarico in Texas, backing a campaign seen by Democrats one of their best chances of winning in the conservative state
