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Ken Paxton's Anti-Talarico Conspiracy
Republican allies spread false claims James Talarico was in a mental health facility to undermine his Senate campaign.
Texastribune · 1m
Elon Musk Donates $158m to Boost Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Race
Elon Musk's $158 million donation fuels Ken Paxton's Senate campaign in Texas after months of being outspent by Democrat James Talarico.
Texastribune · 2m
Ken Paxton's Travel Costs Taxpayers Millions
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's security detail cost taxpayers $3.3 million for nearly 1,000 trips, with only 1 in 6 having stated business purpose.
Salon · 1m
James Talarico Targets Undecided Voters at CNN Town Hall
James Talarico focuses on corruption and affordability to win over moderate Texas voters ahead of election.
Texastribune · 1m
Talarico Hoax Drowned Paxton’s Corruption Story
Right-wing influencers spread fake Talarico hospital claims, burying Paxton’s corruption donations.
Salon · 1m
Talarico Gains Support in Texas Senate Race
Texas Democrats are winning over Greg Abbott supporters in Senate race.
Newsweek · 1m
James Talarico Raises Record $64 Million
Texas senator candidate James Talarico reports record $64 million fundraising in Q3.
Texastribune · 1m
Paxton's false mental health conspiracy
Ken Paxton falsely claimed James Talarico was mentally unfit to undermine his Senate campaign.
Salon · 1m
James Talarico isn't vegan
Trump's false claim about James Talarico's diet fuels GOP masculinity tests.
Salon · 1m
Paxton's Uvalde remarks lack full context in campaign ads
Democrats circulate a six-second clip of Ken Paxton's 2022 comments on the Uvalde shooting, omitting his fuller remarks about God's plan and faith.
FactCheck.org · 2m
Ken Paxton Bus Tour
Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton launches 'Come and Take It' bus tour ahead of Election Day.
Texastribune · 1m
Ken Paxton Admits Greg Abbott Struggling in Re-election
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton admits Gov. Greg Abbott is struggling in his re-election bid in leaked audio.
HuffPost · 1m
Talarico Skips Sanders Rally as Senate Race Tightens
Talarico skips Sanders Texas rally as Senate polling lead narrows.
Newsweek · 1m
Candidates skip debates to control the message
More than half of competitive Senate and Governor races will end without a debate as candidates avoid live confrontation in favour of viral moments.
TIME · 2m
Texas Senate 2026 Race: Paxton, Talarico, Brown
Texas Senate candidates face tight race with Paxton leading on fundraising but Talarico polling ahead in key issues.
The Texas Tribune · 2m
Talarico's campaign releases photos to end flu absence mystery
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico's campaign shared security camera footage showing him at home in Austin during his two-week disappearance from the campaign trail.
CBS News · 1m
Texas GOP Warns Young Conservatives on Talarico Senate Bid
Texas GOP leaders warn young conservatives that Democratic state rep James Talarico could win Senate seat in existential fight.
Houstonchronicle · 1m
Right's Conspiracy Theory About Talarico Collapses
Conservative conspiracy claims James Talarico was hospitalized in Ohio collapse after hospital denies treatment.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Willie Nelson Endorses Talarico
Willie Nelson, 93, endorses James Talarico for Texas Senate.
Rolling Stone · 1m
Blue wave looks real until you look closer
Midterm election blue wave may collapse as Democrats face cash and strategy challenges.
Fox News · 1m
Talarico says flu kept him off trail as GOP speculates
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico breaks silence on his campaign absence, dismissing conservative theories about mental health.
NBC News · 1m
Paxton Proposes Texas Property Portal
Texas AG introduces public portal to track foreign-owned property under new rules.
Dallas Express · 1m
Talarico returns to trail after flu sidelined him
The Democratic Senate candidate in Texas resumes campaigning after a prolonged absence that drew ridicule from his Republican opponent.
NBC News · 1m
James Talarico returns after 12-day absence
James Talarico ends 12-day campaign absence after Trump's criticism.
Fox News · 1m
Talarico returns after flu absence
James Talarico makes first public appearance since flu illness after Texas Senate campaign break.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Talarico Flu Absence Draws Paxton, Trump Questions
Talarico's flu absence sparks Trump and Paxton pressure over campaign whereabouts.
Dallas Express · 1m
Ken Paxton's estranged wife backs GOP ticket
Angela Paxton, who filed for divorce from the Texas Republican Senate candidate, is now urging voters to support the party despite her personal grievances.
TIME · 2m
Ken Paxton's 1,000 Trips with State Security
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton took nearly 1,000 trips with taxpayer-funded security, costing $3.3 million.
The Texas Tribune · 2m
Trump Pushes Talarico-Paxton Debate
Trump demands Senate debate between Talarico and Paxton; Talarico pleased.
Seattletimes · 1m
Paxton Trolls Talarico with Flu Absence Posters
Texas AG Ken Paxton shares 'missing' posters after James Talarico's 12-day flu absence.
Newsweek · 2m
Trump heckled at Texas rally as GOP fights for votes; Isaias becomes a hurricane
Trump faces heckling at Texas rally while GOP battles for votes as Isaias strengthens into first hurricane of season.
Straight Arrow · 2m
Trump warns Texas: 'Never forgive' if Talarico wins
At a San Antonio rally, Trump campaigns hard for Ken Paxton's Senate bid while attacking Democrat James Talarico, signalling Republican anxiety about Texas turning blue.
TIME · 1m
Trump Calls for Talarico Debate After Illness
Trump demands Talarico debate Paxton after Democrat's flu absence.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Trump Rally Protests
Trump rally in Texas disrupted by protests and Iran threats.
the Guardian · 1m
Christian Voters Face Two Questions Before Election
Texas Christians must decide: Will they vote or risk losing influence? How do they interpret candidates' Christian claims?
Dallas Express · 2m
Trump Faces Protesters at Texas Rally
Trump faces hecklers at Texas rally while discussing Iran war and Roger Clemens.
Straight Arrow · 1m
Democrat Nathan Johnson runs for attorney general
Nathan Johnson, a former Dragon Ball Z composer, bets on rule of law over partisan fights for Texas attorney general.
The Texas Tribune · 2m
Paxton Proposes Federal Benefit Cuts
Texas senator Ken Paxton hints at slashing federal benefits programs during private fundraiser.
The Texas Tribune · 2m
Republican candidates diverge from Trump
Some Republican candidates are breaking with Donald Trump on major policy issues as the party navigates internal divisions.
Today · 1m
Paxton Questions Talarico's 11-Day Absence
Texas attorney general challenges Democratic Senate rival's campaign absence ahead of November elections.
Fox News · 1m
Texas AG Targets Kids' Underwear Brands
Texas AG expands chemical safety checks to children's underwear brands.
Dallas Express · 1m
Trump Doubles Down on 'Take Out' LA or San Diego
Trump says Iran should attack LA or San Diego to see 'horror show'.
TheWrap · 1m
Paxton admits Trump’s Iran war and gas prices hurt Republicans
Texas attorney general says Trump’s Iran war and high gas prices are Republicans’ biggest midterm problem.
the Guardian · 1m
Texas Republicans Skip Senate Debate
Texas Republicans refuse to debate Senate candidate James Talarico despite repeated invitations.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Super Bowl Champion Bryce Huff Endorses Ken Paxton
Former NFL star Bryce Huff backs Texas AG Ken Paxton for U.S. Senate.
Dallas Express · 1m
Paxton Ally Opposes Talarico’s Unsealing Bid
Texas AG’s lawyer blocks Senate candidate from unsealing depositions.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Trump to Rally with Paxton in San Antonio
Trump heads to San Antonio for rally with Texas senator Ken Paxton next week.
The Texas Tribune · 2m
Paxton Opens UnitedHealth Investigation
Texas AG Paxton probes UnitedHealth for denying medically necessary care.
Dallas Express · 1m
Angela Paxton urges Republicans to vote for whole team
Texas Sen. Angela Paxton's ad tells voters not to focus on one individual on the Republican team.
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · 1m
Dallas mansion's political Halloween display
Dallas mansion uses 2026 Halloween decor to support Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · 1m
Angela Paxton TV Ad for Republican Ticket
Angela Paxton urges voters to support Republican ticket in TV ad.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Ken Paxton Raises $18 Million in Senate Fundraising
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secures personal fundraising record of $18 million ahead of Senate race.
The Texas Tribune · 1m
Midterm candidates skip debates at record rates
Fewer than half of Senate races will feature debates this year, a sharp rise from previous elections that denies voters a chance to see candidates under pressure.
ABC News · 2m
Data centers could flip Texas blue in 2026
Opposition to AI data centers is splitting Republicans and giving Democrats their best shot at winning Texas statewide since 1994.
CNBC · 5m
A father's death reshapes Latino politics in Texas
The shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by ICE has galvanized Latino voters against Trump and Republicans ahead of crucial state races.
NBC News · 5m
Paxton's wife backs GOP ticket, avoids naming him
Angela Paxton urges voters to support Republicans in an ad that conspicuously omits her estranged husband's Senate bid.
NBC News · 2m
Bush and Cornyn back six GOP Senate candidates, snub Paxton
Former President George W. Bush and Sen. John Cornyn hosted a Dallas fundraiser for Republican Senate candidates Monday, notably excluding Texas nominee Ken Paxton.
ABC News · 1m
Talarico Faces Black Democratic Concerns
Former Democratic chair says Talarico rebuffed black voter support.
Dallas Express · 1m
Paxton Investigates ABA Over Law School Accreditation
Texas AG probes ABA's law school accreditation practices for antitrust concerns.
Dallas Express · 1m
Texas Republicans Face 'Generational Wipeout' Amid Disastrous Polls
Texas GOP polls show Democrats leading in key races as party fractures over racist comments.
Newsweek · 1m