Trump expresses support for Texas Republican Ken Paxton amid leaked recordings

<p>The Republican candidate for Texas US Senate was heard discussing at a fundraiser that the Iran war and high gas prices were negatively impacting his campaign.</p><p>Tonight, midterm debates will take place, featuring Republican nominee for US Senate, <strong>Ashley Hinson</strong>, facing off against Democrat <strong>Josh Turek</strong>, a state representative and Paralympian, at 8pm ET.</p><p>The race is considered one of the most competitive of this election cycle, with a recent New York Times/Siena College poll indicating Turek trailing by just one point. Hinson, who is currently a congresswoman, has recently opposed some of Donald Trump’s policies as his approval rating reaches a new low. Hinson has called for an end to the war in Iran, despite her previous votes against House war powers resolutions that would limit military action. Additionally, she has criticized Trump’s recent decision to pause tariffs on foreign beef imports, arguing it will impact Iowa cattle ranchers.</p>