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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Eric Garcia

Even Trump’s endorsement can’t give Ken Paxton a lead in Texas

  • A new Texas A&M poll reveals Republican Ken Paxton and Democratic challenger James Talarico are tied at 46% in a race for a Texas Senate seat.
  • Paxton, the state's attorney general, received an endorsement from Donald Trump, which helped him secure a primary victory despite his history of scandals.
  • The poll indicates significant public disapproval for Paxton, with 54% of Texans holding an unfavorable opinion of him.
  • Republicans have criticized Talarico for his views on meat consumption and gender identity, leading to him being labeled 'Tofu Talarico'.
  • Several Democratic senators' political action committees have contributed financial support to Talarico's campaign.

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Trump’s chosen Texas candidate is locked in dead heat with Democrat derided as ‘Tofu Talarico,’ poll shows

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