Texas Republican lawmaker Rep. Pete Sessions has publicly urged Attorney General Ken Paxton to engage in a debate with his Democratic opponent in the upcoming Senate race, framing it as a necessary step for Paxton’s campaign. Speaking to Nexstar, Sessions expressed strong support for Paxton’s bid, emphasizing his belief in the candidate’s qualifications. The call for a debate highlights growing pressure on Paxton to directly address his opponent ahead of the election. The statement underscores the high-stakes nature of the race and the role of party backing in shaping its outcome.


Rep. Pete Sessions (R-Texas) said Wednesday that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) must debate his opponent, Democratic nominee James Talarico, to win the state’s Senate election. In an interview with Nexstar, which owns The Hill, Sessions was asked whether he supported Paxton’s bid for Senate. “Of course I do,” the lawmaker said. “He’s running...