Paxton skips Vance rally, will join Trump event in Texas
The Hill · September 30, 2026Original source ↗

What happened
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton did not attend Vice President Vance's rally in South Texas. He is scheduled to appear with President Trump at a manufacturing plant in Texas on Thursday.
Why it matters
This story highlights the political activities of key Republican figures in Texas leading up to the elections.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you are a Republican voter in Texas?
Your support for candidates like Ken Paxton and President Trump may be influenced by their public appearances and endorsements. Paxton's choice to attend a Trump event instead of Vance's rally could signal his alignment with Trump's agenda, which may affect your voting decisions in the upcoming elections.
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