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Trump's Rally for Paxton May Help Talarico, Fox News Poll Suggests

Polls show Paxton narrowly trailing Talarico as voters weigh his connection to Trump.

Trump's Rally for Paxton May Help Talarico, Fox News Poll Suggests
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This article1 analysis · Oct 14, 2026
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A Fox News poll puts James Talarico two points ahead of Ken Paxton in Texas’s Senate race, within the margin of error. The article examines whether Paxton’s association with Donald Trump could be a liability, alongside other polls and campaign developments.

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Ken Paxton
R · TX

Republican candidate in the Texas Senate race

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who rallied for Paxton and criticized Talarico

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Democratic candidate in the Texas Senate race

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Kamala Harris
Former U.S. Senator (D-CA)

Democratic presidential candidate referenced in a comparison of past voters

John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

Texas senator who lost the Republican runoff to Paxton

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Trump Campaigns in Texas for Ken Paxton's Senate Bid

Donald Trump campaigned in Texas in support of Ken Paxton’s Senate bid, with coverage noting appearances planned or held alongside him. Left-leaning outlets emphasize the tension between Trump’s support for Paxton and his criticism after a recording surfaced of Paxton discussing a Trump event’s effect on his campaign. Center outlets focus on campaign appearances and Paxton’s standing in the Senate race, including polling.

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