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

Paxton was the candidate Trump sought to help at the Texas rally.

Trump interrupted by protesters as he fights to rally Texas voters behind Paxton in U.S. Senate race
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Donald Trump held a Texas rally to boost Senate candidate Ken Paxton, but protesters repeatedly interrupted him. Trump praised Paxton and criticized Democratic candidate James Talarico as the Senate race drew increased attention.

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Ken Paxton R · TX
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Ken Paxton
R · TX

Republican U.S. Senate candidate in Texas

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who campaigned for Paxton at a Texas rally

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Democratic U.S. Senate candidate in Texas

John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

U.S. senator from Texas and Paxton’s opponent in the Republican primary

ALSO MENTIONED  Gina Hinojosa, Democratic Texas state representative running for governor; Greg Abbott, Republican governor of Texas

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Donald Trump Holds San Antonio Rally for Ken Paxton's Senate Bid

Donald Trump held a San Antonio rally urging support for Ken Paxton’s Texas Senate campaign. Paxton appeared at the rally, where Trump promoted him. Left-leaning outlets pair accounts of protest interruptions with coverage of Paxton’s remarks about Trump and the election. Center outlets generally describe a campaign push in a competitive race, with some emphasizing disruptions, voter concerns or Trump’s focus on himself. Right-leaning outlets stress mobilizing voters for Paxton and the Senate stakes, with one highlighting Paxton’s criticism of his opponent’s absence.

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