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- 1Leaked audio: Paxton says Trump's Iran war and gas prices hurting Republicans▼Paxton admits Trump’s Iran war and US gas prices are plaguing Republicans in leaked audio
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been recorded acknowledging in private remarks that President Trump's military confrontation with Iran and rising US gasoline prices are creating serious political problems for Republicans. The leaked audio, reported by The Guardian, offers a candid assessment from a senior Trump ally of the party's vulnerabilities on war and the cost of living, and is fueling discussion of internal GOP anxiety heading into upcoming elections.
- 2Texas GOP candidates skip debates against Democrats▼Most Texas Republicans ignore Democratic calls to debate in statewide races
Most Republican candidates in Texas statewide races are declining invitations to debate their Democratic opponents ahead of the election. Democrats have publicly called for head-to-head debates, but the majority of GOP hopefuls have ignored the requests. With Republicans heavily favored in Texas statewide contests, the refusals are drawing criticism from opponents who argue voters are being denied a chance to compare the candidates directly.
- 3Anti-immigrant post fuels donations to Texas GOP candidate's opponent●Anti-immigrant post fuels donations to Texas GOP candidate’s opponent
A Texas Republican candidate is facing a fundraising backlash after sharing an anti-immigrant post, with donors rallying behind the opponent. According to The Washington Post, the controversy has translated into a surge of contributions to the rival campaign, turning the inflammatory message into a political liability.