Trump Endorses Ken Paxton
Trump said Ken Paxton would become one of the best senators in the country if elected.
He praised Paxton's work as Texas attorney general and highlighted lawsuits involving Medicare fraud, the Biden administration and Texas policies.
Paxton appeared on stage with Trump and thanked him for campaigning across the country ahead of the midterms.
Paxton said Trump was fighting for Texas and the United States and praised his continued campaign activity.
Trump Criticizes James Talarico
Trump sharply criticized Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico.
He argued that a Talarico victory would change Texas policies and repeatedly urged Texans to support Paxton.
Trump used strong language when describing Talarico and his political positions. These were Trump's political characterizations of his opponent.
Protesters Removed From Rally
Several protesters interrupted the rally and were removed from the event.
Trump responded to some of the interruptions by criticizing the protesters. He also claimed that some protesters were paid, although no supporting evidence for that claim was provided in the material.
The crowd responded to several interruptions by chanting “USA.”
Marie Vega Speaks About Her Son
Marie Vega, who was introduced as an “angel mom,” appeared on stage with Trump.
She spoke about the death of her son Javier and urged Americans to participate in the midterm elections.
Vega said her son had served as a Marine and Border Patrol agent. She also spoke about the Second Amendment and said access to a firearm had helped protect her family during the incident.
She urged voters not to stay home during the election.
Trump Announces Medicare Payments
Trump said his administration had identified billions of dollars that he claimed had been intended for Medicare improvements but had not been spent.
He said the money would instead be returned to American seniors through payments of more than $100.
Trump said more than 20 million seniors would receive the payments and claimed around 1.4 million recipients would be in Texas.
The figures and explanation were presented in Trump's remarks.
Trump Discusses Fort Hood Shooting
Trump also discussed the 2009 Fort Hood shooting and criticized the Obama administration's handling of information concerning the attacker, Nidal Hasan.
Trump claimed that officials had access to emails involving Hasan and a known terrorist before the attack.
He said Hasan would receive the death penalty by firing squad and argued that the victims' families had waited many years for justice.
Trump Repeats His $5,000 Promise
Trump again referred to his proposal to provide $5,000 to adult U.S citizens if Republicans win control of Congress.
He has previously presented the payment as part of his economic message for the 2026 midterms.
Trump also continued to criticize Democratic policies on immigration and healthcare.
Paxton Praises Trump
During his appearance, Paxton thanked Trump for traveling around the country to campaign ahead of the midterms.
He said Trump was working for Texas and the United States and praised his efforts on behalf of his political supporters.
The rally ended with Trump continuing his appeal for Republican support in Texas.
Key Points
- Trump endorsed Ken Paxton for the U.S Senate in Texas.
- Trump criticized Democratic candidate James Talarico.
- Several protesters were removed from the rally.
- Marie Vega spoke about the death of her son and urged voters to participate in the midterms.
- Trump announced payments of more than $100 for millions of seniors, according to his remarks.
- Trump discussed the Fort Hood shooting and Nidal Hasan's case.
- Trump repeated his proposed $5,000 payment for adult citizens if Republicans win Congress.
- Paxton appeared with Trump and thanked him for campaigning across the country.
Source: Statements made by President Donald Trump and Ken Paxton at the Texas rally
