# The red wall facing its biggest threat in decades as Republicans scramble to defend Texas

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/the-red-wall-facing-its-biggest-threat-in-decades-as-republicans-scramble-to-defend-texas/
- Published: 2026-10-30T13:31:44+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-30T14:39:59+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Far right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/red-wall-facing-its-biggest-threat-decades-republicans-scramble-defend-texas
- Topics: Government, Politics, World

## Key points

- Talarico is mounting a strong Democratic challenge in Texas.
- He raised $64 million in three months.
- Republican groups have spent heavily to support Paxton.

## Summary

Democrats believe Texas could be more competitive than usual, with state Representative James Talarico seeking to defeat Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched Senate race. Talarico’s polling, fundraising and rally crowds have encouraged supporters, while Donald Trump’s appearances with Paxton underscore the national attention on the contest.

Talarico raised $64 million from July to September and more than $146 million since entering the race; Paxton raised $18 million in the same three-month period. However, Republican outside groups have spent more than $200 million supporting Paxton, and Trump’s MAGA Inc. super PAC has added $33.7 million in advertising. The campaign follows a divisive Republican primary in which Paxton defeated Senator John Cornyn, and voters at rallies expressed sharply different views of the candidates and the race.

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