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Trump can't stop insulting Ken Paxton. Why?
Trump’s repeated mockery of Paxton’s appearance raises questions about the effect on his Senate campaign.
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This article1 analysis · Sep 28, 2026
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Published Sep 12, 2026
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Donald Trump has repeatedly praised Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton while mocking his appearance, after endorsing him over Sen. John Cornyn. The article considers whether the remarks are impulsive, strategically redirect attention, or prepare Trump to blame Paxton if he loses.
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