Whether the debate takes place before Election Day remains uncertain because Paxton has not yet responded to the invitation. Talarico has since accepted invitations to participate in four separate local television debates as part of his campaign.
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Fox News Agrees to Host Ken Paxton and James Talarico Senate Debate
US Politics21 days ago
The prospects for a televised face-off between rivals for the Texas Senate seat improved on Tuesday after Fox News offered to coordinate the event. The network's agreement follows a specific challenge from Democratic candidate James Talarico, who sought the venue because he characterized the cable news organization as "friendly turf" for his opponent, Republican Ken Paxton.
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