From Vanity Fair · Mark Peterson · · 50s
Ken Paxton's Senate Campaign Tour
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Trump-backed Senate race faces Democratic challenge as polls show narrow lead.
In brief
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Trump-backed Senate race faces Democratic challenge as polls show narrow lead. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by Trump, faces Democratic state lawmaker James Talarico in Senate race with narrow polling lead. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Texas Senate Race
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton overcame long-tenured incumbent John Cornyn in Republican primary with Trump's endorsement despite scandal history.
Democratic Polling Lead
James Talarico, a Democratic state lawmaker and pastor, maintains narrow polling lead in Texas Senate race.
Trump's Senate Tour
Trump rode down to Texas to support Paxton's campaign during Senate race.
Campaign Strategy
Paxton's 'Come and Take It Tour' culminated with Trump rally in Corpus Christi ahead of 2026 midterms.
At a glance
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by Trump, faces Democratic state lawmaker James Talarico in Senate race with narrow polling lead.
