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Trump Urges Debate in Deadlocked Texas Senate Race

Trump urged Talarico to debate Paxton and accused Talarico of being “missing in action.”

Trump Urges Debate in Deadlocked Texas Senate Race
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President Donald Trump urged James Talarico to debate Ken Paxton, accusing him of being “missing in action.” The Texas Senate race is part of a wider set of debates the article says could affect control of the chamber.

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ALSO MENTIONED  Matt Shaheen, Texas state representative cited as a Paxton supporter who voted to impeach him

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Trump Calls for Debate Between Talarico and Paxton

Trump called for James Talarico and Ken Paxton to debate in their Texas Senate race. Center outlets often put that call alongside Talarico’s debate offers and Paxton’s lack of acceptance or response, while several also cover Trump’s criticism of Talarico’s campaign absence. Right-leaning outlets foreground Trump’s demand and criticism of Talarico, adding the race’s possible stakes for Senate control.

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