In the highly competitive Texas Senate race, Republican nominee Ken Paxton is facing significant challenges in raising funds for his campaign. Despite being endorsed by President Donald Trump, Paxton has struggled to gain financial support from major Republican donors, who are still holding grudges from the primary election.

Financial Struggles

Paxton’s campaign has been hindered by the high costs of advertising in Texas, which has 18 major television markets. The state’s expensive media landscape has made it difficult for Paxton to compete with his Democratic opponent, James Talarico, who has been successful in raising large amounts of money.

According to Republicans close to the campaign, two major Republican super PACs, the Senate Leadership Fund and MAGA Inc., are engaged in a game of chicken, with each waiting for the other to provide financial support to Paxton’s campaign. Neither group has committed to spending money on the race, leaving Paxton’s campaign in a difficult financial position.

National Implications

The outcome of the Texas Senate race could have significant implications for the balance of power in the U.S. Senate. National Republican groups are planning to spend tens of millions of dollars in other competitive Senate races, but so far, they have not committed to supporting Paxton’s campaign.

Talarico, on the other hand, has been successful in raising money and has already spent $12 million on advertising. He has also received support from national Democratic groups, which have outlined plans to spend money in Texas.

Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.