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Trump Makes Third Texas Trip in a Month as Republicans Defend Longtime Stronghold

Trump's Texas rally is part of his effort to help Republicans defend competitive races in the state.

Trump Makes Third Texas Trip in a Month as Republicans Defend Longtime Stronghold
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Donald Trump is making his third Texas trip in a month to rally support for Senate candidate Ken Paxton as Republicans face unexpectedly competitive races in the state. Polls cited in the report show Democrat James Talarico leading Paxton, putting the Senate contest in focus for Republicans seeking to retain their majority.

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President campaigning in Texas for Ken Paxton

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Republican House candidate expected to speak at the San Antonio rally

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Texas senator whom Trump opposed in the party runoff

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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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