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Supreme Court decision loosening campaign finance rules could be boon for Paxton in Senate race
By Kayla Guo and Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
The U.S. Supreme Court’s Tuesday decision to strike down caps on coordinated spending by political parties and candidates could boost GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton, giving national Republicans a new tool to eat into James Talarico’s fundraising edge. The 6-to-3 decision eliminated federal limits ...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
In San Antonio , where voters have historically supported a mix of Democratic and Republican candidates, the Supreme Court's decision could lead to an influx of national party spending in the Senate race. This could alter the local campaign landscape, potentially benefiting Ken Paxton as national Republicans seek to close the fundraising gap with James Talarico. San Antonio's diverse electorate, which has backed both conservative and liberal candidates in recent elections, will be a key battleground in the Senate race. As a result, local voters can expect to see more targeted advertising and campaign efforts, potentially influencing the outcome of the election. The city's role as a major population center in Texas makes it a crucial prize for both parties, and the increased spending could lead to a more intense and competitive campaign in the months ahead.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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