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Ken Paxton’s campaign says he will debate James Talarico in Texas’ U.S. Senate race
By By Gabby Birenbaum The Texas Tribune at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
WASHINGTON — Attorney General Ken Paxton’s campaign said he would debate state Rep. James Talarico in Texas’ U.S. Senate race after Talarico challenged him to do so Thursday morning.
Key takeaway Senate race after Talarico challenged him to do so Thursday morning.
Why this matters in The Waco
The announcement that Attorney General Ken Paxton will debate state Rep. James Talarico in the U.S. Senate race has implications for McLennan County voters, who will be watching to see how the candidates address issues affecting the local community. As the debate approaches, Waco residents may be interested in hearing the candidates' stances on topics such as public safety, education, and economic development, all of which have a direct impact on the city's growth and prosperity. The fact that Paxton's campaign has agreed to the debate suggests that the Attorney General is taking Talarico's challenge seriously, and that the campaign is gearing up to be a competitive one. Local voters will likely be paying close attention to the debate, looking for clues about which candidate is best equipped to represent the interests of Central Texas in the U.S. Senate.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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