Texas GOP leaders hedge on federal Big Bend border plans

Texas Republican leaders have largely avoided direct criticism of President Donald Trump over federal plans to build roads and barriers through the Big Bend region, backing a pause in construction while stopping short of a break with the president [1]. Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate nominee, said the plan is not smart border security [1]. The comments come as the U.S. Senate race continues, with polls showing a close contest between Paxton and his Democratic opponent [3].

Sources

1. feeds.texastribune.org · Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump Aug 21, 2026
2. feeds.texastribune.org · Talarico floods Texas airwaves in U.S. Senate race as Paxton, GOP stay quiet Aug 20, 2026
3. feeds.texastribune.org · TribCast: Should we believe the polls about Paxton and Talarico? Aug 18, 2026
4. feeds.texastribune.org · Protecting Texas university research from foreign adversaries focus of House hearing Aug 18, 2026
5. click2houston.com · Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races Aug 20, 2026
6. thedailytexan.com · Paid Position: Campus Activation Manager Aug 20, 2026

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