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Last update: 9 hours agoTexas Senate Runoff: President Trump’s late endorsement of AG Ken Paxton has turned Tuesday’s GOP Senate primary into a loyalty referendum, with Sen. John Cornyn warning Democrats’ money could flood in if Paxton wins—while Paxton’s camp leans hard on Trump’s backing and Cornyn’s “insufficient loyalty.” Campaign Firepower: The race is being fought mostly through ads, with spending topping $109 million and no major public events from either candidate on Monday. Democratic Pressure Point: The winner faces Rep. James Talarico, and Democrats are watching closely whether national anti-Israel backlash can derail their chances—especially after a Texas House runoff spotlighted antisemitic rhetoric. Foreign Policy/Markets: US strikes in southern Iran and talk of a possible 30-day Strait of Hormuz plan are keeping oil prices jumpy, with Brent back near $98. Tech & Politics: AI political ads and deepfakes are raising alarm ahead of 2026, with Ohio considering AI ad disclaimers.
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