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Ken Paxton calls out James Talarico's 11-day absence at Trump rally, prompting response from campaign

Paxton drew attention to Talarico’s absence during a rally as the Senate campaign entered its final weeks.

Ken Paxton calls out James Talarico's 11-day absence at Trump rally, prompting response from campaign
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This article1 analysis · Oct 8, 2026
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At a San Antonio rally, Ken Paxton highlighted James Talarico’s 11-day absence from the campaign trail; Talarico’s campaign said he had the flu and would return that weekend. Donald Trump also criticized Talarico while urging support for Paxton.

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Ken Paxton
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Republican Senate candidate who criticized his opponent’s campaign absence

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Democratic Senate candidate whose campaign explained his absence from the trail

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Donald Trump
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President who campaigned for Paxton and criticized Talarico at the rally

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Donald Trump Holds San Antonio Rally for Ken Paxton's Senate Bid

Donald Trump held a San Antonio rally urging support for Ken Paxton’s Texas Senate campaign. Paxton appeared at the rally, where Trump promoted him. Left-leaning outlets pair accounts of protest interruptions with coverage of Paxton’s remarks about Trump and the election. Center outlets generally describe a campaign push in a competitive race, with some emphasizing disruptions, voter concerns or Trump’s focus on himself. Right-leaning outlets stress mobilizing voters for Paxton and the Senate stakes, with one highlighting Paxton’s criticism of his opponent’s absence.

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