“When President Donald Trump rallies in San Antonio on Wednesday, the stakes for his party will be clear: In a difficult national climate for Republicans, they likely need to hold Texas’ Senate seat to keep their majority,” MS NOW reports.
“For Trump, people close to him say, the stakes are more personal: protecting his record as the GOP’s kingmaker.”
CNN: Trump rallies in Texas as Paxton deflects blame for flailing campaign.
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