Trump Mocks Paxton's Attire at GOP Convention Despite Endorsement
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President Donald Trump criticized Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's fashion sense during a Republican convention speech in Dallas, despite having endorsed him, in remarks aimed at boosting GOP midterm campaigns.
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Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton for re-election as Texas Attorney General but used a Republican convention speech to mock Paxton's attire, highlighting a complex relationship despite political support.
President Donald Trump has trashed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a keynote speech at a Republican convention meant to boost his and other GOP candidates’ midterm campaigns.
Despite endorsing Paxton, Trump took time out of his speech in Dallas Wednesday night to poke fun at the Republican nominee in a competitive U.S. Senate race against Democrat James Talarico.
“Some may not like the way he dresses. I don't,” Trump told the crowd of supporters. “Although tonight he looked very spiffy in his blue suit, I must tell you.”
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Open Questions
- How will Paxton respond to Trump's public mockery?
- Does this affect Trump's endorsement standing with Paxton?
- What impact will this have on the Senate race against James Talarico?
