Trump's MAGA Inc. donates $10 million to Ken Paxton's Senate campaign

President Trump’s super‑PAC MAGA Inc. transferred $10 million to political media firm Del Ray Media on behalf of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s 2026 Senate campaign, according to new Federal Election Commission filings released Saturday. The money was earmarked for two attack ads aimed at Paxton’s Democratic challenger, former state representative James Talarico. Paxton is running to fill the seat left by retiring Republican Senator John Cornyn, and the injection of ten million dollars comes just weeks before the campaign season heats up.

Paxton’s bid has been a focal point of Republican strategy in the Southwest, as the former attorney general has been mired in legal controversies, including a federal indictment over alleged fraud and a lawsuit over the Texas abortion law. Trump’s endorsement and financial backing signal the Trump‑era GOP’s willingness to support candidates with polarizing records if they can win. The $10 million transfer is one of the largest single contributions to a Senate campaign in the 2026 cycle and reflects the high stakes of the race, which could tilt the balance of the Senate in favor of the GOP if Paxton wins.

The ads produced by Del Ray Media are expected to highlight Paxton’s legal troubles and Talarico’s policy record, aiming to sway undecided voters. Paxton’s campaign has praised the support, calling it a “show of confidence” from the Trump family. Talarico’s campaign has condemned the spending as an attempt to silence dissent and has called for independent media coverage. Democrats nationwide are watching closely, as the Senate race is projected to be one of the most competitive in the country.

If Paxton wins, the Senate will see a shift toward a more conservative agenda, potentially affecting legislation on healthcare, climate change and immigration. The influx of money also raises questions about the influence of wealthy donors on electoral outcomes, prompting calls from some lawmakers for stricter campaign finance rules. As the campaign season begins, both sides are expected to ramp up advertising, fundraising, and outreach, with the $10 million injection likely shaping the narrative early on.