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Ken Paxton

MediaBias News has published 27 stories involving Ken Paxton, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.

Politics · United States
James Talarico reappears at festival after nine-day absence
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico reappeared at the Austin City Limits festival on Friday, nine days after his last public appearance. His return followed an absence attributed to the flu, which had prompted criticism and speculation from his Republican opponent.
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Politics · United States
Willie Nelson endorses Democrat James Talarico for Texas Senate
Country music star Willie Nelson has endorsed Democratic state Representative James Talarico in the Texas Senate race. The endorsement is part of a new campaign effort called 'Rural Texans for Talarico,' focusing on issues important to rural communities.
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Politics · United States
Ken Paxton suggests support for federal spending cuts in leaked audio
Leaked audio appears to capture Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton suggesting he would support cuts to mandatory federal spending. He reportedly told those dependent on federal benefits programs to "suck it up" and prepare for reductions.
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Politics · United States
Trump Campaigns in Texas Amid Tight Midterm Races
President Donald Trump is campaigning in Texas for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, visiting the state for the third time in less than a month. Republicans face unexpectedly close midterm election contests in Texas as they aim to maintain control of Congress.
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Politics · United States
Republicans worry $1 billion may not be enough for midterm wins
Republicans are anxious that $1 billion in campaign funds may not be sufficient to prevent losses in the midterm elections. Groups like MAGA Inc. are increasing spending in September, but face higher advertising rates due to late booking.
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Politics · United States
Ken Paxton admits less campaign control in leaked audio
Leaked audio from a private fundraising lunch reveals Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton admitting he feels he has less control over his U.S. Senate campaign, stating its direction comes from Washington D.C. This is the second leaked recording from the same event.
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Politics · United States
Trump calls Ken Paxton 'pain in the ass' at Texas rally
Donald Trump called Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton "a pain in the ass" during a rally in Denton, Texas. The comment came after reports of leaked audio where Paxton allegedly criticized a recent Republican convention headlined by Trump.
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Politics · United States
Trump claims he can navigate ramps and stairs
Donald Trump stated he can walk up ramps and stairs, contrasting himself with Joe Biden. He made the remarks at a rally in Denton, Texas, while supporting Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton.
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Politics · United States
James Talarico leads Ken Paxton 51-49 in Texas Senate race, poll shows
A new Fox News poll shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by two points in the Texas Senate race. The poll also indicates Greg Abbott ahead in the gubernatorial contest, with cost of living a key issue for voters.
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Politics · United States
Texas AG Ken Paxton's Out-of-State Travel Costs $1.9M for Security
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken over 275 out-of-state trips since 2015, costing taxpayers at least $1.9 million for his security detail. His official calendars show approximately 730 blank workdays during the same period.
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Politics · United States
Trump and Vance to campaign in Republican areas for midterms
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are scheduled to campaign on Thursday in heavily Republican areas. Their appearances aim to energise the party base ahead of the midterm elections, with Trump visiting Texas and Oklahoma, and Vance campaigning in Florida.
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Politics · United States
Ken Paxton said GOP convention hurt his polling numbers
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton privately told donors that the recent GOP convention in Dallas negatively impacted his polling numbers. His campaign adviser dismissed the leaked audio as 'manipulated nonsense'. Paxton is in a close race against state Rep. James Talarico.
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Politics · United States
Paxton defends plea deal in child sex abuse case
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has defended his office's plea deal in a child sex abuse case involving Adam Hoffman. Paxton stated the defendant served 60 days, but some reports indicate he served 29 or 30 days. The plea deal reportedly did not require the defendant to register as a sex offender.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 61
Politics · United States
Republicans Spend Millions in Red States Amid Election Concerns
Republican-aligned groups have spent over $163 million on advertising and air time since September 1, with a substantial portion directed to states and districts won by Donald Trump in 2024. This spending comes as the party faces concerns about its electoral chances in November.
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Politics · United States
MAGA Inc. adds $5 million to Texas Senate race spending
MAGA Inc. has contributed an additional $5 million to the Texas Senate race, bringing its total investment to $15 million. The funds are designated for advertising efforts targeting Democratic nominee James Talarico, while President Trump claims the PAC has $1 billion available.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20
Politics · United States
Trump Super PAC Comments Prompt FEC Complaint
Donald Trump's assertion that he controls the $400 million MAGA Inc. super PAC has led to a Federal Election Commission complaint. The Campaign Legal Center argues this arrangement may violate federal law, which prohibits officeholders from directing such political organizations.
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Business & Economy · United States
SpaceX sues Texas AG and Grimes County over Terafab records
SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Grimes County. The company is seeking to prevent the public release of records related to its proposed Terafab semiconductor and computing facility, citing concerns over confidential information.
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Business & Economy · United States
Texas AG Ken Paxton distributes 7 million free eggs from antitrust settlements
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the distribution of over 7 million free eggs to food banks statewide. The eggs were obtained through settlements with three egg producers resolving antitrust claims over alleged price inflation.
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Politics · United States
David Maxwell, former Texas AG aide, endorses James Talarico in Senate race
Former Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s ex‑director of law enforcement, David Maxwell, appears in a campaign ad endorsing Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico. Maxwell, who reported Paxton to the FBI and won a $6.6 million judgment, says Paxton ended his five‑decade career.
United States2 min readTrust 70 · Craft 87 · Hype 15
Politics · United States
MAGA Inc. to spend $10 million on Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton
A filing with the Federal Election Commission shows MAGA Inc. will spend at least $10 million to support Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate bid against Democrat James Talarico, with President Donald Trump saying he will fund Republicans he believes can win.
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Politics · United States
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico called capitalism an 'oppressive system' in 2020
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Texas’ US Senate seat, described capitalism as an 'oppressive system' in a 2020 Sierra Club forum, grouping it with white supremacy and climate change. The remarks resurfaced as Talarico faces Republican Ken Paxton in a tight race.
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Politics · United States
Jasmine Crockett will not campaign with James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett announced she will not campaign with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas U.S. Senate race. Crockett stated her focus will be on supporting other candidates in lower-profile races.
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Politics · United States
Talarico seeks release of Paxton depositions in Texas Senate race
James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, is seeking to release deposition transcripts from a civil fraud case. The depositions involve Republican opponent Ken Paxton, who was connected to the company at the centre of the lawsuit. Paxton has denied previous allegations.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Politics · United States
Ted Cruz predicts $200 million Texas Senate race
Republican Senator Ted Cruz has predicted that the race for the Texas Senate seat will cost $200 million. The contest features Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton against Democratic state Rep. James Talarico and is considered key to Senate control.
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Politics · United States
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico criticised Christian nationalism in 2023 sermon
James Talarico, a Texas state representative and Democratic Senate candidate, described Christian nationalism as a 'sectarian movement based on mutual hate' in a 2023 sermon. The remarks, resurfaced by the New York Post, have drawn criticism from conservative commentators as Talarico challenges Ken Paxton in November 2026.
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Politics · United States
Texas court orders life-saving care for baby Gabriel after surrogate refuses abortion
A baby diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome was born in Texas after his surrogate mother refused the biological parents' request for an abortion. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a court order requiring hospitals to provide life-saving care, while the parents and surrogate fight over custody and medical decisions.
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Politics · United States
Texas intervenes to secure medical care for baby Gabriel with heart defect
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened in a Dallas County court case to ensure life-saving medical treatment for baby Gabriel, diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. The surrogate mother, McKenna West, traveled from Alaska to Texas after the intended parents sought to abort the pregnancy due to the defect.
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