Ken Paxton delivers economic plan and critiques opponent at Republican midterm convention

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton presented his economic plan, titled "Protecting the Texas Promise," during the Republican midterm convention in Dallas. Paxton highlighted tax deductions for medical expenses, home purchases, and healthy living, specifically mentioning weight loss drugs. He stated that he meets Texans who work hard but worry about getting ahead. During his speech, Paxton criticized Democratic opponent James Talarico, calling him the most radical Democrat in Texas history. Paxton mocked Talarico's faith, noting that Talarico believes God is non-binary and has expressed views on having six genders. Paxton also argued that California already has two senators and does not need a third, which Talarico would be. Recent polling shows a close race between the two candidates. James Talarico leads or is tied with Ken Paxton in several polls, with some showing Talarico with a narrow edge. The administration announced that President Trump will head to Dallas to rally support for GOP candidates two months before the election.

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• USA Today
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• The New York Times
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• The Washington Post
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• The Hill
  Talarico leads Paxton in Texas by 4 points: Poll
• AP News
  Trump's teasing is the price Paxton had to pay to use Republican midterm convention to raise money