U.S. Chamber of Commerce Endorses Paxton Over Talarico in Texas Senate Contest

Sioux Falls, SD, October 18, 2026 —

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Democrat James Talarico in a Texas Senate contest ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The endorsement identifies Paxton as the organization’s choice over Talarico in the contest. The information provided does not specify when the endorsement was announced or describe the Chamber’s reasons for backing Paxton. It also does not include statements from Paxton, Talarico or the Chamber.

The summary identifies the race as a Texas Senate contest but does not provide further details about the seat, the candidates’ campaign platforms or the status of the contest. It does not state whether other candidates are seeking the position or describe any campaign activity beyond the endorsement.

The endorsement comes ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, according to the information provided. No additional election timeline, such as a primary date or a general election date, is specified. The summary also does not include details about the Chamber’s role in the contest beyond its endorsement, including whether it plans any further involvement.

As a result, the available information establishes the organization’s preference between the two named candidates but leaves the rationale and broader political context unspecified. No financial figures, campaign spending, polling information or reaction from other groups were provided.

Story summarized from the original created by Mira Bhakta on thehill.com, see more information here.

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