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Trump calls for Talarico-Paxton debate in Texas Senate race
Original: Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier
Donald Trump has called for Texas Democratic state Senator James Talarico and Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton to debate each other ahead of their looming US Senate race showdown. Talarico welcomed the prospect of a debate, saying he would be glad to share a stage with Paxton. The comments land as the two men emerge as the likely nominees in a high-stakes 2026 contest for Texas's Senate seat.
Why now: Trump's endorsement activity and the sharpening Texas Senate contest are drawing fresh attention to the prospective matchup.
Donald TrumpJames TalaricoKen PaxtonTexas
Evidence
- Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier · PBS
- Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier · PBS
- Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier · Spectrum News
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