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Trump Faces Protest Interruptions While Rallying for Paxton in Texas

‘They’re paid by enemies of our nation’: Trump lashes out at protesters amid Texas rally interruptions · livemint.com

Donald Trump held a rally in San Antonio to support Ken Paxton, a Republican running for the Senate.

Protesters interrupted Trump several times while he spoke.

Security and police escorted at least 10 protesters out of the building.

Trump accused them of being paid by people who oppose the United States, but the article does not provide the protesters’ response.

Some rally attendees also confronted protesters as they were removed.

Trump spoke about other topics, including Iran and the safety of Los Angeles and San Diego.

He also criticized Paxton’s opponent, James Talarico.

The rally was part of Republicans’ efforts to compete in Texas before the November 3 elections.

Key facts

Venue: Freeman Coliseum
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Protesters removed: At least 10
Paxton's opponent: Democrat James Talarico
Election date cited: November 3 midterm elections
Trump approval rating cited: 32% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll released Monday
Other announcement: Trump said retired baseball pitcher Roger Clemens would receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

livemint.com · 10 hrs ago