Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton has removed a planned Election Day eve event at the Alamo from his campaign schedule. The sudden change comes amid his high-stakes race against Democratic opponent James Talarico for a Texas Senate seat.
Ken Paxton Alters Final Campaign Schedule
The Ken Paxton campaign originally promoted a final campaign stop at the historical site in San Antonio, concluding a two-week bus tour across the state named "Come and Take It." However, updated scheduling shows the candidate hundreds of miles away in Conroe and Allen on Monday, Nov. 2.
The event in Allen is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. CT, making a same-night appearance at the Alamo practically impossible. Despite media inquiries, the campaign has not publicly commented on the scheduling alteration and did not respond to requests for comment.
The "Come and Take It" Bus Tour Wrap-Up
Launched last month, the "Come and Take It" bus tour took its name from the opening words of the Texas Revolution. While numerous stops remained unconfirmed when the tour was first announced, organizers explicitly stated that the two-week journey would wrap up at the Alamo.
The famous fort, which endured a 13-day siege by the Mexican army resulting in over 150 deaths in 1836, operates today as a museum and World Heritage Site. According to official guidelines listed on the venue's website, political events are strictly prohibited on the premises.
Key Facts About the Texas Senate Race
- Ken Paxton secured an endorsement from President Trump during the primary campaign.
- James Talarico is the Democratic candidate running against Paxton.
- Texas has not elected a Democratic senator since 1988.
- Recent polls indicate a slight lead for Talarico, leading CBS News to categorize the race as a toss-up.
- President Trump has maintained an active presence in the state, hosting a rally in San Antonio in October alongside events in Corpus Christi and Lubbock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Ken Paxton's final bus tour event originally supposed to take place?
The final stop was originally advertised to take place at the Alamo on Monday, Nov. 2, concluding the "Come and Take It" bus tour.
Why is an event at the Alamo restricted?
The Alamo is a World Heritage Site and museum in San Antonio where political activities are strictly prohibited, according to its website.
Who is Ken Paxton running against in the Texas Senate race?
Ken Paxton is running against Democratic candidate James Talarico in a race currently ranked as a toss-up by CBS News.