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Talarico floods Texas airwaves in U.S. Senate race as Paxton, GOP stay quiet
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Texas Tribune, Gabby Birenbaum , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 20, 2026
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Key points The total spent on advertising is over $25 million. A significant amount has been spent on advertising by one candidate.
S. Senate seat is underway. A significant amount has been spent on advertising by one candidate.
This candidate has used various media platforms, including broadcast and streaming devices, to reach voters. The total spent on advertising is over $25 million. Further information about the campaign and advertising efforts is available.
The candidate's ads have featured personal messages, including a spot with a family member.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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