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Trump's MAGA Inc. super-PAC funnels $10 million into Texas Senate race

MAGA Inc. directed half of its reported $10 million ad spending toward supporting Paxton in the Texas Senate race.

Trump's MAGA Inc. super-PAC funnels $10 million into Texas Senate race
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MAGA Inc. spent $10 million on ads supporting Ken Paxton and opposing James Talarico in Texas’s Senate race, according to federal filings. The report also describes a close contest, including polling that showed Paxton trailing and concerns about his standing among Republicans.

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ALSO MENTIONED  Alex Pfeiffer, MAGA Inc. spokesperson who described the ads and said the group intended to help elect Paxton.; Karl Rove, Republican strategist who said time was running out for Paxton and called for more spending to support him.

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MAGA Inc. Announces $10 Million Ad Campaign Supporting Paxton

MAGA Inc. committed $10 million to advertising in the Texas Senate race, including ads supporting Ken Paxton and opposing James Talarico. Left-leaning outlets question whether outside spending can improve Paxton’s prospects, stressing campaign difficulties and Republican concern. Center outlets describe the $10 million buy as a major intervention in a competitive race, with ads for Paxton and against Talarico. Right-leaning outlets emphasize the investment backing Paxton, while some also note the race is closely watched.

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