Paxton: Iran war a drag on Texas Senate campaign
Summary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a leaked audio that the ongoing war in Iran and rising fuel prices are hurting his campaign for the U.S. Senate. He told donors and lobbyists that these issues are bigger problems than tariffs for persuading voters.Key Facts
- Ken Paxton is the Republican candidate for the Texas Senate seat.
- A leaked recording revealed his comments on campaign challenges.
- Paxton blamed the war in Iran for negative effects on his campaign.
- He said high gas and diesel prices are also making it harder to win votes.
- He indicated tariffs are less important to voters than these issues.
- Paxton spoke privately to donors and lobbyists in the recording.
- The war referenced is ongoing and affecting the U.S. economy and public opinion.
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