Published September 30, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET · Updated September 30, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET
Paxton blames GOP convention for midterm campaign setback
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Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee in Texas, said Trump's GOP midterm convention hurt his campaign. Paxton said the convention dropped his numbers, and he privately acknowledged the event set back his race.
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