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Trump interrupted by protesters as he fights to rally Texas voters behind Paxton in US Senate race
The Seattle Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump campaigned in Texas to support Senate candidate Ken Paxton amid concerns over potential Democratic gains in the state, emphasizing Paxton's toughness and loyalty.
- Trump pledged to award retired baseball star Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom, highlighting Clemens during the rally as a major announcement separate from the Senate race.
- The rally faced multiple interruptions by protesters, reflecting the contentious political environment and Trump's low approval ratings in Texas.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott did not attend the rally, drawing criticism from Democrats who noted his absence amid his own competitive reelection campaign.
- Trump reiterated his support for the death penalty for serious crimes and criticized Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, while avoiding mention of recent controversies surrounding Paxton.
