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Abortion not a focus in Texas race for U.S. Senate as neither candidates emphasize the issue
By Texas Tribune, By Shefali Luthra, The 19Th at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 15, 2026
· 8 min read
This story was originally published by The 19th.Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is so staunchly anti-abortion that his office observes June 24, the anniversary of the overturn of Roe v. Wade, as a holiday.The Republican’s actions to block abortion stand out. Four years ag0, Paxton sued the Bide...
Key takeaway Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is so staunchly anti-abortion that his office observes June 24, the anniversary of the overturn of Roe v.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
In the context of Piney Point Village , the upcoming U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico has significant implications for local residents who value access to reproductive healthcare. As a community within Harris County, Piney Point Village is part of a larger metropolitan area where healthcare options are already limited, and further restrictions could exacerbate existing disparities. Paxton's record on abortion, including his efforts to block exceptions for medical emergencies, raises concerns about the potential consequences of his election for local women's health. Meanwhile, Talarico's support for reproductive rights could provide a crucial counterbalance to Paxton's stance. As the campaign unfolds, Piney Point Village residents will be watching to see how these candidates' positions on abortion will impact their community, particularly in terms of access to healthcare services and the potential for further restrictions on reproductive rights.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? This story was originally published by The 19th.Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is so staunchly anti-abortion that his office observes June 24, the anniversary of the overturn of Roe v. Wade, as a holiday.The Republican’s actions to block abortion stand out. Four years ag0, Paxton sued the Bide...
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