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Trump Interrupted By Protesters As He Fights To Rally Texas Voters Behind Paxton In U.S. Senate Race

Paxton appeared at the rally and praised Trump, who urged Texas voters to support his Senate candidacy.

Trump Interrupted By Protesters As He Fights To Rally Texas Voters Behind Paxton In U.S. Senate Race
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Donald Trump campaigned in San Antonio for Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton as protesters repeatedly interrupted the rally. Trump also criticized Paxton’s opponent, James Talarico, and discussed the death penalty and other subjects.

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Republican Senate candidate supported by Trump at the rally

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President campaigning for Paxton and criticizing Talarico

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John Cornyn
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Incumbent Republican senator and Paxton's opponent in the GOP primary

ALSO MENTIONED  Gina Hinojosa, Democratic state representative running against Abbott for governor; Greg Abbott, Republican governor of Texas

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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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