Attorney General of Texas
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) |
What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.
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
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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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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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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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
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
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 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
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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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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Reports that mention this person, by story.
A new Wall Street Journal report says Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton was seen on video at a New Year’s Eve 2024 party in Dubai with two US fugitives and a woman who was not his wife. The discussion also covers the Texas Senate race and the latest polling.
CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-13 20:00
Texas state Rep. James Talarico dismissed rumors about his several-day absence from the campaign trail, saying he had the flu. As he returned to campaigning, he renewed his challenge to debate his opponent, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-12 21:46
Texas Republicans are split over GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton. In recently leaked audio, Paxton says ousted longtime Sen. John Cornyn is not backing him. Republicans are trying to resolve the infighting, while Democratic nominee James Talarico addressed his absence from the campaign trail.
NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-12 20:05
CNN’s Erin Burnett reviews the week’s major stories, including Republican fears of a midterm “bloodbath,” Trump campaigning for Ken Paxton, and a Trump donor’s corruption accusations against the Trump family. The program also discusses Trump’s approval of a livestreamed execution.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-10 16:00
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.
FFox NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-10 04:30
Democrat James Talarico has been away from the campaign trail for about a week while battling the flu, drawing attacks from President Trump and Republican opponent Ken Paxton.
AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-08 21:18
Protesters interrupted Trump at a rally in Texas. His $90 Medicare rebate is rolling out, though millions are ineligible, while most Americans say artificial intelligence is developing too quickly.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-08 14:58
Donald Trump returned to the campaign trail Wednesday night, rallying Texas voters to support Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-08 10:14
Trump campaigned in Texas for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, urging supporters to help Republicans win key midterm races. Protesters repeatedly interrupted the rally, and at least a couple dozen were removed from the venue.
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ReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-08 06:29
On October 7, US President Donald Trump campaigned in San Antonio, Texas, for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, urging supporters to help Republicans win key midterm races. Protesters repeatedly interrupted the rally.
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