Paxton v Talarico: tens of millions of dollars pour into closely watched Texas Senate race

The Guardian World Thursday 15 October 2026, 16:41 UTC By Ariana Baio 1 min read

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Elon Musk has spent $158m in a month to back Republicans in midterm races – with his efforts mostly focused on TexasTens of millions of dollars are pouring into Texas as Democrats stage an audacious bid to win a US Senate seat in the Republican stronghold. Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, is among those wading into the closely watched race as November’s midterm elections approach.

Elon Musk has spent $158m in a month to back Republicans in midterm races – with his efforts mostly focused on Texas

Tens of millions of dollars are pouring into Texas as Democrats stage an audacious bid to win a US Senate seat in the Republican stronghold.

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, is among those wading into the closely watched race as November’s midterm elections approach.

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Paxton v Talarico: tens of millions of dollars pour into closely watched Texas Senate race

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