Young congressman stars in ad after Trump dings Paxton’s looks

Published September 18, 2026 4:07pm ET | Updated September 18, 2026 4:07pm ET




Republicans launched a new ad attacking Democratic Senate nominee for Texas James Talarico, featuring a much younger face than that of GOP nominee Ken Paxton, who recently drew the mockery of President Donald Trump for the way he looks.

Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX), a rising star in GOP circles, stars in the ad, which goes after Talarico’s past stances on transgender surgeries for minors, China, and public safety.

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