El Paso, Texas – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton will bring his “Protecting the Texas Promise” message to the city on Wednesday, September 30. The rally is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Summit Ballroom & Conference Center, located at 120 N. Festival Drive, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m.
Event details and local significance
The stop is part of Paxton’s statewide “Texas Promise Tour,” a series of town‑hall‑style events aimed at highlighting his policy priorities for education, public safety, and economic growth. By holding the rally in El Paso, Paxton is reaching out to voters in the westernmost part of the state, a region that has become increasingly competitive in recent elections.
Joining Paxton on stage will be Brandon Herrera, the Republican nominee for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District. Herrera’s presence underscores the party’s coordinated effort to present a unified front on issues such as border security, job creation, and parental‑rights in education.
Who’s on the ballot
Paxton is challenging Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico for the state’s Class III seat. The Senate race has drawn national attention as both parties vie for control of the chamber.
In the 23rd Congressional District, Herrera faces Democratic nominee Katy Padilla Stout. The district, which stretches from El Paso to the outskirts of Lubbock, includes a diverse electorate that will be closely watched in the upcoming November election.
What voters can expect
At the rally, Paxton is expected to outline his plans to protect what he calls the “Texas Promise” – a commitment to keep taxes low, preserve parental authority over children’s education, and strengthen law‑enforcement resources along the border. Herrera will likely echo these themes while emphasizing his own priorities for infrastructure improvements and small‑business support in the 23rd district.
The event will be open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to bring questions for the candidates. Local volunteers from the Texas Republican Party will be on hand to assist with registration and to distribute campaign literature.
Community response
Local Republican leaders have praised the stop as a sign of the party’s dedication to the western region of Texas. “El Paso deserves to hear directly from candidates who are committed to protecting our families and our freedoms,” said a spokesperson for the El Paso County Republican Committee.
Democratic activists in the area have scheduled a separate town‑hall meeting later in the week to discuss their candidates’ platforms, ensuring that voters have multiple opportunities to engage with the upcoming choices.
Logistics
The Summit Ballroom & Conference Center offers ample parking and is accessible via major thoroughfares, making it a convenient venue for residents across the city. Organizers ask attendees to arrive early to accommodate security screening and seating.
For more information about the rally, including volunteer opportunities and ways to support the campaign, visit the official campaign websites of Ken Paxton and Brandon Herrera.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
