Global Politics Report Editorial

Libertarian Texas Senate candidate says he’s not taking votes away from Paxton, Talarico

Ted Brown, the libertarian candidate in the Texas Senate race, shut down claims that votes for him could end up splitting votes in the highly contested race, leading to a potential outcome that could cost Ken Paxton (R) the race. “Both sides are saying the same thing. Democrats are saying, hey, that I’m taking votes…

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Source: The Hill

Politics desk: Election

Published: Oct. 25, 2026 at 12:41 PM ET

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Original source: The Hill

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