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GOP to open first-ever midterm convention in Dallas as Texas’ U.S. Senate race hangs in the balance

The two-day gathering, informally dubbed “Trumpapalooza,” will put Texas at the center of the political world as it hits the homestretch of its most competitive election cycle in years.

The Texas Tribune

MAGA Inc. cavalry arrives for Paxton in Texas Senate as Trump’s PAC places $10 million ad buy

This is the first buy that Trump’s well-heeled political operation has made for a general election, underscoring how critical Texas’ Senate race is to the GOP’s hopes.

The Texas Tribune

Natalie Harp came in, gave Trump a printout of Elon Musk's post: Ted Cruz reveals how Trump vs Musk unfolded in front of his eyes, like a 'hand grenade was thrown in the middle of everything'

The major fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk last year had a last-minute push from President Trump's closest aide Natalie Harp, Ted Cruz insinuated at a recent podcast as he said Natalie just printed Elon Musk's social media post in which he claimed that Trump's name is in the…

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Vance sidesteps endorsing Thune to continue as leader, plays coy on 2028 plans

A day after Donald Trump said flatly that someone else will be president in two-and-a-half years, Vice President JD Vance reignited the 2028 embers Thursday with another turn at the White House briefing room podium, though he played coy about his own plans. Vance sparred with reporters over the conflict…

Roll Call

At the Races: Labor Day reds and blues

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Mary Ellen McIntire and Niels Lesniewski Organized labor is ramping up for the midterms. In her annual…

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JD Vance allies dismiss Ted Cruz as Texas senator explores 2028 presidential run

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Ted Cruz sounding out staffers for potential 2028 presidential run: report

Texas Republican senator said to be weighing up White House bid, although allies of Vice President JD Vance have said they see no ‘serious threat’ from his would-be candidacy

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Federal disaster assistance approved for some Texas counties after July floods

The announced funding will help 19 counties pay for infrastructure repairs, but Texas is still waiting for help for individuals in the affected counties.

The Texas Tribune

Ted Cruz reveals his ‘genius’ take on Trump’s nasty nicknames and infamous attack on his wife

Trump hurled insults at Cruz during the 2016 Republican primaries, even insulting Cruz’s wife, Heidi, for her appearance

The Independent UK

Ted Cruz called out ‘lily-livered’ Republicans on Sean Hannity’s podcast. Then he praised Trump for his fearlessness: ‘The guy has cast iron balls’

Cruz also talked about his potential Supreme Court role.

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Trump Wants a Space Academy. Houston's Already Lobbying For It

Trump's new commission has 120 days to design a US Space Academy. Houston wants it, but cost and NASA's Latino hiring gap remain open.

Latin Times

What does ‘Low T’ mean? The strange masculinity war consuming the midterms

"Democratic voters want a candidate who will fight," said Beth Reingold, an Emory University professor who specializes in gender and politics

The Independent UK

Trump official blasts ‘name-calling’ by Canada - despite it being the president’s go-to attack

The administration denounced Canadian rhetoric despite Trump building his political brand around personal attacks against political opponents

The Independent UK

Republicans Push Back on Trump's Venezuela Strategy: Salazar Questions Oil Deal as Ted Cruz Demands Elections

Republican unease over President Donald Trump's Venezuela strategy surfaced over the weekend, as two prominent GOP lawmakers warned that a massive new oil agreement cannot replace the democratic transition Washington promised after Nicolás Maduro's capture.

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Ted Cruz’s Dolly Parton tribute backfires in an unexpected way

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The Independent UK

Ted Cruz’s effort to share Dolly Parton tribute goes wrong when poster changes their name to make fun of his manhood

Texas Republian attempts to pay tribute to the late country music superstar, only for things to go off the rails

The Texas Tribune

Ted Cruz says on podcast it’s “no secret that I want to be president”

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick also speculated during their conversation that Gov. Greg Abbott also aspires for the White House.

Latin Times

Ted Cruz Calls Texas Senate Race a $200 Million 'Real Fight' but Predicts GOP Victory

Sen. Ted Cruz predicts a $200 million battle to hold Texas's U.S. Senate seat as GOP nominee Ken Paxton faces Democratic Representative James Talarico in a race shifted to a toss-up.

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Clarence Thomas thanks Ted Cruz for defending him against blockbuster ethics complaints

Conservative Supreme Court justice thanks Texas Republican for ‘standing up’ for him after he was ‘under attack’

Salon

Texas GOP cornered by Big Bend backlash

Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region

The Economic Times

From Australia to Europe, countries move to curb children's social media access

Below is a summary of what countries and companies are doing to regulate access to social media amid mounting concerns over the impact of social media on children's health and safety.

Salon

Talarico floods Texas airwaves

The Democrat has had TV nearly to himself, outspending his Republican rival more than 200-to-1 on advertising

The Texas Tribune

Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump

Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross.

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‘Partnership worth growing’: Ted Cruz celebrates as Israeli companies allegedly pour $3.2 billion into Texas

“The capital is following. The talent is following."

The Independent UK

Vietnam police charge man with rape after American woman alleges attack

Vietnam has charged a 23-year-old man with rape after an American student said she was assaulted during a group holiday

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