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Ken Paxton took nearly 1,000 trips with state-funded security
The Texas attorney general’s use of a taxpayer-funded travel security detail stands out when compared with his predecessor and other state officials, our analysis found.
‘He wants me to lose’: Paxton complains about lack of support from Cornyn in leaked audio
Ken Paxton has publicly said he would “love to have” John Cornyn’s support after their bruising Republican primary runoff in the Texas Senate race. But privately, Paxton has grown frustrated with the outgoing senator’s distance from his campaign.
Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier
No debate has been scheduled so far. Paxton has not publicly responded to Trump's debate demand.
‘We don’t want this right now’: James Talarico off the trail with the flu for 12 days
In final stretch of the Texas Senate race, Talarico has not appeared in person since Sept. 26; he is expected to be back this weekend. Opponent Ken Paxton is calling for “proof of life.”
Talarico earns major Texas newspaper backing over Paxton in US Senate race
Democrat James Talarico earned the backing of a major Texas newspaper, adding momentum to his U.S. Senate battle against Republican Ken Paxton.
Trump makes last-minute pitch in San Antonio after upending the GOP map
President Donald Trump rallied supporters in San Antonio as Republicans work to shore up several competitive races across Texas, including Ken Paxton's U.S. Senate bid and Carlos De La Cruz's campaign in the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District.
Trump, a Cowboy and a Science Guy: Who’s taking sides in Senate race
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are drawing support from politicians, sports stars, entertainers and some surprising crossovers.
Trump has ‘no regrets’ endorsing Ken Paxton for Senate in Texas, even after a new audio leak
At San Antonio Rally, Trump Warns He’ll ‘Never Forgive’ Texas if Talarico Wins
The President returned to deep-red Texas to rally for Ken Paxton’s Senate bid, while revealing at times his own trepidation that one of the Republican Party’s longest winning streaks may be about to end on his watch.
Trump celebrates economy, Ken Paxton during raucous San Antonio rally
“Our nation is doing better now than ever before,” Trump said during a stop Wednesday at the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio.
Trump interrupted by protesters as he fights to rally Texas voters behind Paxton
This was Trump's third trip to Texas in less than a month as the GOP tries to stave off a blue wave.
Ahead of Trump's Visit, Ken Paxton Has a New Problem: Snitches
Based on a series of audio leaks, the Republican candidate for Senate does not seem to be having a good time.
Hispanic business owners weigh in on Paxton vs Talarico Texas race
A new survey of Texas Hispanic business owners offers a window into the Senate race and the issues driving them as early voting nears.
Trump makes third trip to Texas in less than a month despite Paxton audio leaks
President Donald Trump is making his third trip to Texas in less than a month to stump for a Senate candidate who’s privately questioned his political capital and whom the president has publicly insulted in personal terms.
Trump to campaign for Ken Paxton, Carlos De La Cruz in San Antonio today
President Donald Trump is making his third swing through Texas on behalf of Republican candidates in just under a month.
Trump choosin' Texas in bid to save GOP majority in Congress
The president's visit to San Antonio is his 4th stop in Texas in 6 weeks. The visit fulfills a promise he made in August to help Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton win in November.
Trump Voters Think Ken Paxton Is “Disgusting” and “Bad.” These Ads Aren’t Helping.
You may have seen some weird, off-putting ads from a pro-Paxton group over the weekend. What are they trying to accomplish?
Rangers Outfield Prospect Kling Has Massive Day in Fall League
Texas Rangers outfield prospect Paxton Kling went 4-for-5 with five RBI, including a walkoff, as the Saguaros took down the Desert Dogs 8-7.
Ken Paxton’s secret weapon: Ted Cruz
Cruz is boosting Paxton with fundraising and advice as he mulls his own political future.
Angela Paxton’s political ad draws attention amid Ken Paxton divorce
Viral Dallas mansion gets political with this year's Halloween display
A Preston Hollow mansion known for viral holiday displays has unveiled a political Halloween display that backs Ken Paxton, targets James Talarico and calls out Dallas Councilwoman Gay Donnell Willis.
Angela Paxton’s ‘whole team’ ad gets politics totally wrong
Ken Paxton was the elephant in the room she failed to mention. Republicans know he's a dead weight on the party.
Can Democrats expand their Senate map?
Plus: Will Ken Paxton's estranged wife help him win?
Why Ken Paxton could lose a Texas GOP Senate seat to James Talarico
Plagued by ethics allegations, the Senate candidate is unusually vulnerable for a red state Republican.
Why Ken Paxton could lose a Texas GOP Senate seat to James Talarico
Plagued by ethics allegations, the Senate candidate is unusually vulnerable for a red state Republican.
Ken Paxton’s estranged wife urges voters to back him in new ad
The ad hit the airwaves as Republican Ken Paxton is lagging behind Democratic candidate James Talarico in polls on the Texas Senate race.
Ken Paxton’s estranged wife backs him without saying his name
Texas state Senator Angela Paxton, Ken Paxton’s estranged wife, threw her support behind the Texas GOP Senate nominee without naming him, saying in a new ad that she will be “voting for the Republican ticket.” The ad comes after Paxton urged Republican women in remarks last month to support GOP candidates even if they have reservations about them.
Senate GOP smashing political spending records in TX with ad-buying binge for Paxton
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Ken Paxton’s estranged wife backs his candidacy — without mentioning him by name
Ken Paxton’s estranged wife threw her support behind the Texas GOP Senate nominee without naming him, saying in a new ad that she will be “voting for the Republican ticket.”
As She Divorces Ken Paxton, His Wife Urges Texans to Vote for Him
In a new ad, Angela Paxton tells voters to focus on the “whole team,” not “individual players.”
What Texas race says about current politics
At an intersection near our house in Dallas, one home has a large Talarico sign in the front yard. The home directly across the street has a large Paxton sign.
Texas Daily: At a Contested UT Event, Hasan Piker Weighs In on Talarico vs. Paxton
Although the live streamer’s talk was hotly debated beforehand, his appearance was ultimately met with little pushback on campus.
Trump jokingly calls Paxton a ‘pain in the ass’ at Texas event
President Donald Trump jokingly described Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton as “a pain in the ass” during remarks in Denton, Texas, on Thursday – the latest in a long line of jabs he has made about his staunch ally who is running in a critical race for the GOP.
Inside Ken Paxton’s jet-setting lifestyle: California wineries, European hot spots and ski resorts
When Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched his campaign for Senate last year, he skipped the local pageantry.
Trump deflects on leaked audio of Ken Paxton calling Texas midterm convention a drag on his poll numbers
Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton reportedly told donors that "everybody's numbers are down" after a midterm convention in Dallas that touted both Paxton's campaign and President Trump's record.
Talarico courts rural Texas voters in Senate race against Paxton
The Democratic Senate candidate said Republicans have hurt farmers and small towns as he touted positions on energy, data centers and healthcare.
Paxton making 'very risky' move by declining to debate Talarico
Every Republican U.S. Senate candidate in Texas since 2002 has agreed to at least one debate. One expert says it’s a very risky move to pass up the opportunity to make up ground with James...
Ken Paxton’s Christian identity politics obscure a history of scandal
The Texas Senate candidate rose to power as a culture warrior. His record is a marriage of hypocrisy and cynicism
Ken Paxton, G.O.P. Nominee in Texas, Privately Said Trump’s Convention Hurt Him
Ken Paxton, one of the party’s top Senate candidates and a Trump loyalist, said that “everybody’s numbers dropped” after the event, according to audio obtained by The Times.
Fox News agrees to host Texas Senate debate; no word from Paxton yet
The last Senate race in Texas not to have a debate was in 2000.
Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security, immigration reform to help labor-starved businesses
The Texas attorney general and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate blamed Democrats for standing in the way of a deal, arguing one could have been passed during the first Trump administration.
Talarico, Paxton want to cut federal gas taxes as they court Hispanic voters in Texas Senate race
Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security with immigration reform to help labor-starved business sectors
The Texas attorney general and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate blamed Democrats for standing in the way of a deal, arguing one could have been passed during the first Trump administration.
Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security with immigration reform to help labor-starved business sectors
The Texas attorney general and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate blamed Democrats for standing in the way of a deal, arguing one could have been passed during the first Trump administration.
Karl Rove says John Cornyn, not Paxton, could beat Talarico
Karl Rove speaks at the 2026 Texas Tribune Festival, focusing on the comments made by Bo French and the U.S. Senate race.
Manchin says ‘if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton’
“I don’t know that young man and things he’s said I’m discouraged about, but I can tell you, if character means anything, you can’t vote for Ken Paxton, if character means a…
Ken Paxton to bring campaign tour to El Paso. Here’s when and where
Paxton’s “Protecting the Texas Promise” tour is scheduled to stop in El Paso next week. The event is free, though spots can be reserved.
Texas Republicans splinter as MAGA candidates test party limits
GOP leaders are voicing doubts about U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton, who's trailing Democrat James Talarico in polls with less than six weeks until Election Day.
In Texas, Talarico pitches a Fox News debate as Paxton stays silent
The state’s Democratic and Republican Senate candidates have not squared off yet.
Texas Senate race puts North Texas suburbs in focus ahead of early voting
New reporting shows cracks among some traditionally Republican voters as Ken Paxton and James Talarico battle for suburban support.
Texas Suburbs Give Talarico Hope Against Paxton
Texas Suburbs Give Talarico Hope Against Paxton
Alyssa Edwards Responds to Ken Paxton’s Anti-Drag Attack Ad
The ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ star has unexpectedly found herself at the center of a heated Texas Senate race.
Talarico works to reach Black voters in his bid to win a US Senate seat as a Democrat in Texas
Democratic Texas U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico is working to reach Black voters, a key demographic in his race against Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton
Former President Bush and Sen. Cornyn take part in fundraiser for battleground Senate candidates -- without Paxton
Cornyn hosted a fundraiser in Dallas for six GOP Senate candidates running in races this cycle that will decide control of Congress. Bush was listed as a "special guest."
Texas Senate race focuses on high prices — but what can candidates actually do about it?
Affordability has dominated the U.S. Senate race in Texas. Both James Talarico and Ken Paxton have promised to help voters' pocketbooks.
Texas candidate's racist post shows what's wrong with politics
The bigoted Bo French is running for railroad commissioner. His racist social media post drew scathing condemnation, though not from Gov. Greg Abbott or the ethically bankrupt Senate nominee Ken Paxton.
Paxton, Talarico Texas US Senate contest tightens in race's final weeks
Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico are facing off in a closely watched Texas U.S. Senate race with national stakes.
Trump spurs a $100M avalanche of negative ads against Talarico
After Trump said he was coming to the rescue, Paxton and his allies have outspent Talarico and his allies four-to-one.
James Talarico, Seeking Black Votes in Texas Senate Rate, Wins Crucial Endorsement
The Congressional Black Caucus’s political wing backed James Talarico, who defeated a Black opponent in the primary. He faces Ken Paxton, the Republican state attorney general, in November.
Taylor data center faces state investigation over parkland conveyance
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates a proposed data center development on land intended for parkland in Taylor.
Republican groups begin raining money down on Senate race in Texas
The GOP has committed tens of millions of dollars to support Ken Paxton in his tight race against Democrat James Talarico.
SA family sues Ken Paxton, University Health, others after mother dies mid-pregnancy, lawsuit says
SA family sues Ken Paxton, University Health, others after mother dies mid-pregnancy, lawsuit says
The family of a San Antonio mother who died mid-pregnancy from medical complications filed suit Tuesday against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, claiming an abortion could have saved her life.
TribCast: Paxton’s political baggage
GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton has been dogged by allegations of personal and professional improprieties throughout his political career. Do voters care?
Inside the Impeachment Trial that Threatened to End Ken Paxton’s Political Career
Mr. Paxton, the Texas attorney general now running for the U.S. Senate, was accused of abusing the power of his office to protect a campaign donor. He was acquitted on all counts.
Trump's teasing is the price Paxton had to pay to use Republican midterm convention to raise money
Trump mocked Ken Paxton on stage, then endorsed him as Paxton asked for support and donors poured money into the Senate race.
Republican Groups Rush to Paxton’s Aid in Texas After Staying on Sidelines
An organization allied with Senate G.O.P. leaders has booked more than $51 million in ads. Now, Ken Paxton has a financial edge after months of being outspent by his Democratic rival.
Democrats mock midterm convention, but did Trump accomplish his goals?
While the midterms may still go poorly, the unusual convention may help boost his legacy, JD Vance and candidates like Ken Paxton.
Trump can’t stop insulting his own candidate in Texas. Why?
Republicans’ hopes of holding their Senate majority might hinge on Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton more than anyone else.
Why does Donald Trump keep poking fun at Ken Paxton's looks?
At the midterm Republican Convention in Dallas, Trump ribbed Paxton’s style during both of his primetime addresses.
Bret Baier presses Paxton on Trump $5K dividend payment support
Fox News host Bret Baier questioned Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate nominee, on Thursday over his support for President Trump’s new controversial “Trump dividend” proposal.…
Ken Paxton put out an AI-generated attack ad. He’s not the only one
Increasingly, political candidates are using AI to depict their opponents in advertisements.
Dems doubt Trump’s dividend promise as Day 2 of RNC hits Dallas
Democrats cast doubt on President Trump’s Wednesday night dividend pledge at the midterm convention, while Talarico pressured Paxton to take action on the Epstein files on Thursday.
At midterm convention, Trump vows to campaign hard for Paxton after mocking his speech and looks
The president used his winding, nearly two-hour keynote address to try to boost Republicans around the country, telling his supporters to “pretend that I’m on the ballot” this fall.
James Talarico reverses stance on trans student-athletes
Talarico’s comments on Fox News came in contrast to positions he took in the Texas House opposing GOP restrictions on trans student-athletes.
James Talarico says Ken Paxton is "lying to the people of Texas" with AI ad that puts "words in my mouth"
Texas Democrats focus on economy, voting access as RNC meets in Dallas
As the RNC meets in Dallas, Democrats are emphasizing working-class economics and voting access, with Tarrant County in the spotlight.
NPR reporter explains what to expect on the first day of Dallas' Republican midterm convention
NPR political reporter Stephen Fowler explains what he's looking out for and what to expect from Ken Paxton, who's running for U.S. Senate and will speak at the convention Wednesday.
How the Texas Attorney General Got This Way
Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton transformed the role from bureaucrat to culture warrior. What comes next?
Paxton Aide Turned Whistle-Blower Appears in Ad Endorsing His Rival, Talarico
David Maxwell was among the staffers in the Texas attorney general’s office who accused Ken Paxton of abusing the power of his office, allegations that led to his impeachment. Mr. Paxton was acquitted.
Trump delivers $10 million to Ken Paxton in first major contribution of midterms
Trump’s Super PAC Will Spend $10 Million on Texas Senate Race
A financial filing announcing the TV and digital ad buy is the first general election spending by MAGA Inc. The group intends to boost the Republican nominee, Ken Paxton.
Trump’s PAC wades into midterms with $10 million ad buy to boost Ken Paxton
Republicans have been worried over whether and when President Donald Trump’s super PAC would spend its massive war chest on the midterms.
Austin man's Texas politics video game skewers Ken Paxton
Have you ever dreamed of seeing the AG rendered in Game Boy Advance graphics? You're in luck.
Musk has started spending money to help Ken Paxton. Will it help change the course of the Texas Senate race?
For months, Texas Republicans have anxiously awaited the arrival of national resources to help boost Ken Paxton, one of the GOP’s most vulnerable Senate candidates.
Texas Attorney General investigates military healthcare contractor TriWest
Following a report for the series “The Cost of Denial,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into the company at the center of the Nightly News story. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin reports.
The Battle for Texas: GOP, Paxton and Talarico
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
Texas AG Paxton investigates military healthcare contractor over denied claims
Paxton cited an NBC News investigation into TriWest Healthcare Alliance, one of the contractors that administers the military’s healthcare benefits.
Whole Hog Politics: The sprawling political transformation of Texas
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Hill Insider members can join us live today at 9 a.m. ET as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a li…
Analysis | Ken Paxton and the politics of timepieces
Ken Paxton campaigned while wearing a very expensive watch, some political observers believe. Will it hurt his race?
Elon Musk’s super PAC starts spending to help GOP in midterms, including Texas’ Ken Paxton
Elon Musk's America PAC has disclosed its first spending on Republican candidates — roughly $800,000 across Senate and House races in multiple states. Who do you think this spending will impact most?
Talarico Is Out-Fundraising Paxton and Flooding the Airwaves in Texas Senate Race
The Democratic candidate is on the offensive, giving his party hope in the deep-red state.
It's Your Business has Scott A. Paxton, Larry Bork and Susan L. Mauch
News about the latest hires, retirements and more in the Topeka area.
Talarico wants to unearth Paxton's depositions to keep focus on his past in Senate race
Talarico is trying to keep attention on Paxton’s past by pushing to make depositions public. The case involved Unity Resources and was settled.