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Elon Musk donates over $150 million to Senate GOP group, assisting Ken Paxton

Billionaire Elon Musk is offering a nine-figure assist to Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, a decisive return to large-scale political giving for the world's richest man.

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    Trump lashes out at Republicans as Ken Paxton struggles in Texas

    President Donald Trump is blaming fellow Republicans as his endorsed candidate, Ken Paxton, appears to be in a fierce struggle for a Senate seat in Texas with Democratic challenger James Talarico in a state the GOP has long taken for granted. Trump, in a lengthy post to Truth Social Thursday, singled out longtime Repub.

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    Donald Trump’s Texas rally rocked by repeated protests

    Trump briefly stepped away from the microphone after one protester appeared to approach the stage Donald Trump’s latest campaign rally was rocked by repeated protests on Wednesday as the US president urged Texas voters to back embattled Senate candidate Ken Paxton. At least half a dozen demonstrators interrupted the US.

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    Ken Paxton’s secret weapon: Ted Cruz

    Leaders of the U.S. Hispanic Business Council knew it would be hard to get Ken Paxton to show up to their Senate town hall event. So, they turned to an unexpected ally: Sen. Ted Cruz. Javier Palomarez, the council’s president and CEO, needed help since his own background – as both a Democrat and longtime ally of Paxton.

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    As She Divorces Ken Paxton, His Wife Urges Texans to Vote for Him

    In a new ad, Angela Paxton tells voters to focus on the “whole team,” not “individual players.”.

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    The price tag on the Ken Paxton rescue mission has Republicans panicking

    Republicans know they have to spend big to save Ken Paxton. They’re increasingly worried MAGA Inc. won’t throw down in time. In private conversations over recent weeks, senior Hill Republicans and GOP officials have nudged President Donald Trump’s team to start spending more on the Texas Senate race before it’s too lat.

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    Trump deflects on audio of Paxton calling GOP convention a drag on polls

    Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton reportedly told donors that "everybody's numbers are down" after a midterm convention in Dallas that touted both Paxton's campaign and President Trump's record.

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    VoteHub gives Talarico 55% chance of winning Texas Senate race

    VoteHub has moved the Texas Senate race to tilt toward James Talarico, giving the Democrat a 55% chance of winning over Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Cameron Kasky, aide to Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, and Erin Maguire, Republican strategist, join with analysis.

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    Republican Groups Rush to Paxton’s Aid in Texas After Staying on Sidelines

    An organization allied with Senate G.O.P. leaders has booked more than $51 million in ads. Now, Ken Paxton has a financial edge after months of being outspent by his Democratic rival.

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    James Talarico Counters Trump’s Midterm Convention With Food Drive

    The Democratic Senate candidate used a food drive to sharpen his economic message against Ken Paxton.

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    First-ever Republican midterm convention set to spotlight Ken Paxton and Texas Senate race

    Republicans are gathering in Dallas, Texas, ahead of their first-ever midterm convention that kicks off Wednesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

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    Paxton Aide Turned Whistle-Blower Appears in Ad Endorsing His Rival, Talarico

    David Maxwell was among the staffers in the Texas attorney general’s office who accused Ken Paxton of abusing the power of his office, allegations that led to his impeachment. Mr. Paxton was acquitted.

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    Trump delivers $10 million to Ken Paxton in first major contribution of midterms

    President Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC had previously only given one donation this midterm cycle: about $800,000 to Darline Graham.

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    Texas Attorney General investigates military healthcare contractor TriWest

    Following a report for the series “The Cost of Denial,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into the company at the center of the Nightly News story. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin reports.

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    Dark money in Texas Senate race spurs Talarico complaint to FEC against Paxton

    James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.

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    Trump may need to save Paxton in Texas Senate race

    The News Republicans are counting on President Donald Trump’s cavalry to carry Ken Paxton to victory — but it hasn’t come yet. Ultimately, the GOP expects MAGA Inc. to help its Texas Senate nominee win with a significant spend this fall, according to multiple Republican sources, although even presidential super PAC don.

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