Hinojosa on Trump $10 million Paxton race investment: 'I welcome the attention on Texas'

A Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Texas is seizing on the unexpected tightness of the state’s Senate race to highlight shifting political dynamics, framing it as evidence of growing competition in a traditionally Republican-leaning state. The candidate points to recent national attention on Texas as a sign of changing electoral landscapes, while also referencing a major economic announcement by a former president to underscore broader economic and political shifts. The race has drawn comparisons to past elections where the state delivered decisive victories for the opposing party, raising questions about whether Texas remains a reliable stronghold. With both parties investing heavily in the contest, the outcome could reshape the political map ahead of future elections.

Texas gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa (D) embraced the new spotlight on her state brought on by the unexpectedly close Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton. “You are running in a state President Trump won by nearly 14 percentage points. He just announced, as I mentioned, that $10 million investment to boost...