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Cruz warns Talarico has "real chance"

The Republican senator said Talarico is “charming” enough to win voters “who may not be paying close attention"

Salon

Republicans have beef with Texas Rep. James Talarico – why does meat matter in US politics?

The 2026 midterms are here, and negative campaign messaging is flooding screens across the U.S. In Texas’ Senate race, Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton’s comments about Democratic Texas Rep. James Talarico have gone viral.

The Conversation

Aaron Reitz, former attorney general candidate, appointed U.S. attorney in Texas’ southern district

Reitz, a partisan firebrand who has vowed to “destroy the left,” previously served as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s top deputy.

The Texas Tribune

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Ted Cruz warns Talarico has “real chance” to flip Texas’ U.S. Senate seat

Calling into Gov. Greg Abbott's guest-hosted Hannity radio show, the Republican senator said Talarico is “charming” enough to win over voters “who may not be paying close attention to the issues.”

The Texas Tribune

Ken Paxton Accused of Voting From an Address He No Longer Lives At While Vowing to Jail Others for the Same Offence

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is under investigation for potentially violating voter residency laws, despite his strong stance against voter fraud.

International Business Times UK

Here’s how Democrats can still take the Senate even with Graham Platner on political life support in Maine

ANALYSIS: Every path to win back the Senate majority hinged on Democrats winning Maine. But, writes Eric Garcia, with greater difficulty, Democrats could still get to 51 seats

The Independent UK

Paxton may have violated election law

The Texas AG appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in past two years

Salon

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MAGA Senate Candidate Ken Paxton Spotted Abandoning July 4 Celebration to Walk London Streets With Alleged Mistress

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was seen in London with an alleged mistress during a crucial campaign weekend, sparking controversy amid a tight Senate race against Democrat James Talarico.

International Business Times UK

Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.

The Texas attorney general appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in the past two years — despite his warning voters that “it is illegal to misrepresent your residence on election records.”

The Texas Tribune

Supreme Court won't block Texas from enforcing a law requiring age verification for app downloads

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Texas from enforcing a state law that requires age verification and parental consent for users seeking to download apps or make in-app purchases on mobile phones

The Independent UK

Cause of death revealed after Afghan U.S. ally died in ICE custody during deportation case

A death certificate shows an Afghan national who fought alongside U.S. forces died from an allergic reaction while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, one day after he was detained

The Independent UK

How James Talarico Is Trying to Win Back Latino Voters One Soccer Match and TikTok Video at a Time

As Ken Paxton and James Talarico head into a dead-even November matchup, Talarico's campaign is wagering that Spanish-language television and homegrown TikTok stars can do what a decade of traditional outreach hasn't — bring Latino voters back into the Democratic column.

Latin Times

Trump kicks off July 4 with trolling Pee-wee Herman and Alfred E. Neuman memes

Trump caps off apocalyptic Independence Day speech on midterm elections with Truth Social posts aimed at Democrats

The Independent UK

Trump administration asks Texas for help providing legal services to immigrant kids facing deportation

Immigration rights experts worry that the recent inquiry is the latest sign Trump is interested in transferring unaccompanied minors to the state, where it is easier to quickly deport them.

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The Independent UK

Voters forced to set aside their disgust and vote party loyalty over principle in Maine and Texas races

ANALYSIS: The problems for Democrats and Republicans in Maine and Texas mirror each other, but one party could still end up being worse off, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

Trump unveils unprecedented GOP convention as Republicans fear midterm backlash

The convention will be held in Dallas on Sept. 9 and 10

The Guardian - US

‘Historic Event’: Trump announces Republican midterm convention

President unveils plans for Dallas summit, in break with tradition of conventions only in presidential election years

International Business Times UK

5 Photos Of Tracy Duhon: MAGA Ally Ken Paxton Video Unveils Secret Getaway With Alleged Mistress Ahead Of Crucial Election

Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton faces backlash after being seen in Iceland with alleged mistress, raising questions about his commitment to the campaign amid ongoing scandals.

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International Business Times UK

MAGA Republican Ken Paxton Caught on Video With Alleged Mistress as Secret $2M Love Nest Emerges

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is embroiled in controversy over an alleged affair and secret property, raising questions about his political future amid a high-profile Senate race.

Latin Times

Trump, Corruption and the Latino Vote: Inside the Texas Senate Showdown Between James Talarico and Ken Paxton

James Talarico is betting that Ken Paxton's pile of scandals plus a statewide affordability squeeze can flip a Texas Senate seat Republicans have held for three decades — with Latino and Black turnout the deciding factor in a race polls now call a toss-up.

The Guardian - US

Josh Johnson on Trump’s allies: ‘He doesn’t care about competence; he wants loyalty’

The Daily Show host discussed the power of Zohran Mamdani in New York primaries, Ken Paxton’s scandals and a ‘sauce craze’ for ranch dressing

Salon

Can anyone win in Texas?

Primary losers have cast doubt on whether their respective primary opponents can win in November

Texas Observer

The Last Safe Haven for DEI in Texas Higher Ed?

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The Texas Tribune

Ken Paxton and James Talarico are neck and neck in U.S. Senate race, new poll finds

The vast majority of Republicans indicated they had moved on from the bitter GOP primary and now support Paxton. Talarico had commanding leads among independents and moderates.

Ballotpedia

Seven senators who have served for three or more terms are running for re-election this cycle

John Cornyn’s (R-Tex.) primary loss to Ken Paxton (R) on May 26 is the first instance of a fourth-term senator losing re-election in the 21st century. Since 2000, only five senators who served three or more terms, including Cornyn, have lost their primary bids for re-election, including Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.),…

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