PoliticsLIVE: Ken Paxton speaks at an Allen, Texas, rally
An Allen, Texas, gathering features Republican Ken Paxton as the midterm vote approaches.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-11-02 23:18
LIVE: Ken Paxton speaks at an Allen, Texas, rally
Ken Paxton
Attorney General of Texas
Profile details
Attorney General of Texas (2015–)
| Born | 1962-12-23 · Minot, North Dakota |
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| Party | Republican |
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| Education | Baylor University (BA, MBA, JD) |
Statements
What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.
- Paxton predicts Texas will retain its strong Republican footing
Texas Senate hopeful Ken Paxton appeared on “America Reports” to discuss unprecedented early-ballot participation, Republican turnout and the economic priorities he supports. He also forecast that the state would remain firmly Republican.
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Fox News - Ken Paxton: Talarico is ‘lying to the public’
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton discusses his final push against Democrat James Talarico ahead of the midterms, criticizing Talarico’s policies and remarks and delivering a closing message to voters.
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Fox News - Ken Paxton says he and James Talarico ‘couldn’t disagree more’
Texas Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton discusses his upcoming race against Democrat James Talarico on “Hannity,” saying the two sharply disagree.
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Fox News - Ken Paxton: This is the strangest campaign I’ve ever seen
Texas Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton discussed on “Hannity” his opponent James Talarico’s return to the campaign trail after nearly two weeks away.
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Fox News - Paxton blames Iran war, fuel prices for campaign struggles in leaked audio
Leaked audio obtained by Axios captures Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton blaming the Iran war and fuel prices for his campaign’s difficulties. President Trump is scheduled to travel to Texas for a rally supporting Paxton on Wednesday evening.
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CNN - Ken Paxton ‘dragging down the entire ticket’ as forecaster shifts Texas away from GOP
NBC reporters discuss President Trump’s midterm campaign stops in Texas and Oklahoma as Republicans voice concern about their party’s grip on Texas voters. Analysts review the polls and race ratings shaping the midterm elections, while the Cook Political Report shifts its assessment of Texas away from the GOP.
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NBC News - Report: Ken Paxton said Trump’s GOP midterm convention hurt him politically
Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton reportedly told donors at a fundraiser that President Trump’s midterm convention had harmed him politically ahead of the midterm elections.
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ABC News - Texas AG Paxton on Senate Race, Trump Dividend and AI
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton discusses his tight contest with Democrat James Talarico, the effect of President Donald Trump’s backing—including a reported $10 million contribution and about $27 million in total ad spending—and criticism of AI data centers. He also comments on the war in Iran.
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Bloomberg Television - Ken Paxton at GOP midterm convention: Talarico is a Democratic socialist
At the inaugural Republican midterm convention, Senate hopeful Ken Paxton called James Talarico a “Democratic socialist.” He portrayed the race as consequential and pointed to commitments for Texas residents.
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Fox News - Ken Paxton: Those things don't work in Texas
Paxton gives his perspective on the high-stakes contest for a Texas Senate seat, with Democrat James Talerico as his opponent, during an appearance on “The Big Weekend Show.”
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AABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-15 19:33
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