Texas Senate candidates make final closing pitches before midterm elections

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Texas Senate candidates Ken Paxton and James Talarico made their final electoral appeals before Tuesday's vote.

Texas Senate candidates Ken Paxton and James Talarico made their final campaign appeals on the eve of the midterm elections. Paxton urged anxious Republicans to protect the state, while Talarico wrapped up a campaign that has seen him lead in polls despite traditionally facing an uphill battle as a Democrat in Texas.

The candidatesRepublican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico competed for the open Senate seat.
The political contextTalarico held leads in polls despite entering the race as an underdog in Texas.

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Why it matters

Texas Senate races attract intense national attention due to the state's massive political influence and changing voter demographics. The outcome of this high-stakes contest could impact the balance of power in the United States Senate.

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Oct 31James Talarico made his final election pitch to voters in Texas.
Nov 3Ken Paxton and James Talarico made their final appearances before the election.

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