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Trump defends border policies in Texas as Senate race heats up

Trump defended his immigration policies and urged Texans to support Paxton at a San Antonio rally.

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This article1 analysis · Oct 9, 2026
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President Donald Trump rallied in Texas to defend his immigration policies and support Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who is in a close race with James Talarico. The visit comes as polling shows challenges for Republicans among Hispanic voters and as control of the Senate is at stake.

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President campaigning for Paxton and defending his immigration policies

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Texas senator defeated by Paxton in the Republican runoff

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Trump Holds San Antonio Rally for Texas Republicans

Outlets across the left, center and right agree that Trump held a San Antonio rally to support Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Coverage also identifies the event as part of his effort to boost Republicans in competitive races. Left-leaning outlets frame the visit as a test of Trump’s endorsement amid a competitive race, with coverage also noting protest interruptions. Center outlets mostly treat it as a campaign rally, placing Paxton’s bid and Trump’s remarks alongside polling, race stakes and interruptions. Right-leaning outlets emphasize turning out voters for Paxton and other Republicans, with several focusing on attacks or mockery of Democratic rivals.

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