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Republican U.S. Senate candidate Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton arrives on stage at a campaign rally with President Donald Trump at the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.
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The U.S. Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton is heating up in Texas. Talarico's campaign focuses on hope, while Paxton stirs fear over a Democratic victory. This race could impact national politics, as a Talarico win would be significant in a traditionally Republican state. Paxton faces challenges, including past corruption allegations and poor fundraising. But Elon Musk's substantial financial support for Paxton has helped the candidate. Both candidates aim to energize their bases, with Talarico appealing to unity and Paxton seeking Republican turnout.
