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Republicans Fret as Talarico Bombards Airwaves and Paxton Awaits Trump Team’s Cash
The 30-second spot attacks Paxton over his 2023 impeachment and his rising net worth while Talarico has spent nearly $29 million on ads.
- On Saturday, State Representative James Talarico unveiled his first negative television ad against Attorney General Ken Paxton, characterizing him as "the most corrupt politician in Texas."
- Talarico has dominated the airwaves since June, spending about $31.3 million to introduce himself, while Paxton's campaign has spent just over $150,000 on advertising since the general election began.
- Paxton senior advisor Nick Maddux dismissed the ad as "debunked insider attacks" intended to distract from Talarico's "far-left record" on taxes and social issues.
- Pro-Paxton groups responded with an $800,000-ad blitz on Friday, targeting Talarico over his 2025 vote against a bill banning Texas land sales to certain foreign entities.
- As polls show Talarico holding a narrow lead, President Donald Trump is increasing his involvement in Texas, headlining a Thursday fundraiser in Houston to support Paxton's campaign.
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Talarico Hits Paxton With “Most Corrupt” Attack Ad
The Texas Tribune reports: State Rep. James Talarico is going up with his first negative television ad of the U.S. Senate race — a 30-second spot attacking Attorney General Ken Paxton over allegations of corruption. Talarico has frequently criticized Paxton on the campaign trail over his 2023 impeachment by the Texas House and the growth … The post Talarico Hits Paxton With “Most Corrupt” Attack Ad appeared first on Joe.My.God..
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