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Trump invests $10 million in Texas Senate race as Hinojosa embraces scrutiny on gubernatorial bid

Confirmed1 source · Sep 6, 2026

The former president's significant spending in Texas reflects an unexpectedly competitive Senate contest that has elevated the state's political profile.

Trump invests $10 million in Texas Senate race as Hinojosa embraces scrutiny on gubernatorial bid
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What happened

According to reports, President Trump announced a $10 million investment to boost Republican Ken Paxton in a Senate race against Democrat James Talarico. Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa (D) responded by welcoming the increased attention on her state.

Context

Hinojosa referenced an unexpectedly close Senate race between Talarico and Paxton in a state Trump won by nearly 14 percentage points. Trump's substantial financial commitment signals he views the contest as competitive enough to warrant major investment. Hinojosa's embrace of the spotlight suggests Democrats see the competitive dynamics in statewide races as potentially beneficial to their broader ticket performance.