What's making the Texas Senate race so competitive
The report examines Paxton’s Senate campaign, the controversies surrounding him, and his response to allegations.
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A PBS News report examines why the Texas Senate race may be competitive, citing divisions among Republicans, voter anger over data centers and economic concerns, and Democrat James Talarico’s campaign. Ken Paxton’s history of controversy and Donald Trump’s support for Paxton also figure in the race.
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