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Trump interrupted by protesters as he fights to rally Texas voters behind Paxton in U.S. Senate race

Trump urged support for Paxton at a Texas rally, where protesters interrupted him and he discussed other issues.

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, while also criticizing Paxton’s Democratic rival, James Talarico, and discussing other issues. Protesters repeatedly interrupted Trump’s rally.

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President campaigning for Paxton and criticizing Talarico

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Texas senator and Paxton's opponent in the Republican primary

ALSO MENTIONED  Gina Hinojosa, Democratic state representative running against Abbott for governor; Greg Abbott, Texas governor whose absence from Trump's rally drew criticism; Jacob Long, Texas Democratic Party spokesperson

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Trump Holds San Antonio Rally for Texas Republicans

Outlets across the left, center and right agree that Trump held a San Antonio rally to support Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Coverage also identifies the event as part of his effort to boost Republicans in competitive races. Left-leaning outlets frame the visit as a test of Trump’s endorsement amid a competitive race, with coverage also noting protest interruptions. Center outlets mostly treat it as a campaign rally, placing Paxton’s bid and Trump’s remarks alongside polling, race stakes and interruptions. Right-leaning outlets emphasize turning out voters for Paxton and other Republicans, with several focusing on attacks or mockery of Democratic rivals.

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