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‘This is a binary choice’: Why a Republican who voted to impeach Ken Paxton is now supporting his U.S. Senate bid
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by Spectrum News 13
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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S. Senate. The reason behind this decision is described as a binary choice.
Further details on this development are available from Spectrum News 13, which has reported on the situation. The news outlet has provided more information on the Republican's change of heart, but specifics are not available in this brief summary. Readers can refer to Spectrum News 13 for a more in-depth look at the story.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: Spectrum News 13 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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