Trump ramps up attacks on Talarico after Paxton’s Texas Senate runoff win
Donald Trump moves quickly to unite Republicans behind the Texas attorney general as Democrats eye rare opening
TL;DR
- Republican leaders, including Donald Trump, are backing Ken Paxton after his primary win for the Texas Senate seat.
- Trump launched strong attacks against Paxton's Democratic rival, James Talarico, questioning his electability and policy stances.
- Democrats view Paxton's legal troubles and impeachment history as an opportunity to win the Texas Senate seat.
- Paxton faces Talarico in a closely watched general election, with Republicans emphasizing unity and Democrats highlighting Paxton's alleged corruption.