Texas State Senator Angela Paxton released a new political advertisement on Saturday, urging voters to support the Republican ticket in the November midterm elections. The ad, which does not explicitly name her estranged husband, Ken Paxton—the Republican Senate candidate—emphasizes party unity over individual candidates.
In the 30-second spot, Angela Paxton states, “In a general election, it’s not as much about the individual players on the team; it’s about getting the whole team across the finish line.” She argues that maintaining Republican control of Texas is the priority, regardless of personal circumstances. The ad concludes with the message: “Either we hold every Republican seat, or we hand the future of Texas to the other team. That’s why I’m voting for the Republican ticket on Nov. 3. Let’s hold the line together.”
Angela Paxton, who filed for divorce from Ken Paxton in 2021 on “biblical grounds,” has not publicly commented on the specifics of their separation beyond the divorce filing. Her political ad comes as Ken Paxton faces a competitive general election against Democratic nominee James Talarico, with recent polling showing a tight race.
The latest Fox News Poll, released Thursday, indicates Talarico leading with 51% support among Texas likely voters, compared to 49% for Paxton—a margin within the poll’s sampling error. The same survey found 50% of likely voters preferring Republican control of the U.S. Senate, compared to an unspecified percentage favoring Democratic control.
Ken Paxton, who has served as Texas Attorney General since 2015, has campaigned on conservative policy priorities, including opposition to abortion rights, support for gun rights, and resistance to federal regulations. His campaign has not directly addressed Angela Paxton’s ad or her voting intentions in public statements.
Angela Paxton, first elected to the Texas Senate in 2018, represents District 8 and has been a vocal advocate for conservative policies in the state legislature. Her ad reflects a broader Republican strategy to prioritize party cohesion in competitive races, particularly in states where control of the U.S. Senate is at stake.
The midterm elections are scheduled for November 3, 2024, with early voting in Texas beginning on October 20, 2024.