Politics

Trump says he has no regrets endorsing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

October 16, 2026 at 12:42 PM

Trump’s endorsement of Paxton, despite the attorney general’s legal challenges, signals continued support for hard‑line conservatives in Texas. The endorsement has limited immediate market effect.

Impact Score

3/10

Market Sentiment

Neutral

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