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Talarico Leads Poll After “Corrupt” Paxton TV Attack

9/1/2026

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  • Rep. James Talarico launched a negative TV ad calling Attorney General Ken Paxton “the most corrupt politician in Texas.”
  • Talarico’s campaign has raised $68.6 million and holds $21.5 million cash on hand.
  • Attorney General Ken Paxton’s two committees have raised roughly $9 million and retain $1.8 million in reserves.
  • Talarico has spent $39 million on TV ads, while Paxton bought $150,000.
  • A Texas Public Opinion Research poll released Thursday shows Talarico ahead 48% to 42%.