The Aporia · Trump appears to reframe 'let them hit’ comment during San Antonio rally

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On October 7, 2026, President Trump made his third trip to Texas in less than a month to rally for Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton ahead of the midterms. The event at San Antonio's Freeman Coliseum was disrupted by protesters, leading to several hecklers being ejected or walking out while yelling. During his speech, Trump accused some protesters of being "paid" and mocked one individual, saying he would face consequences from his mother who voted for him. With just over a month until Election Day, Paxton is trailing Democrat James Talarico in recent polls.

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Fox News

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Daily Mail

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“Both articles describe a single Trump rally in Texas on the same day, where protesters disrupted the event and Trump responded to them.”

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Washington Examiner

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“Both articles describe interruptions and heckling at the same Texas rally for Ken Paxton on October 8, 2026.”

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The Guardian

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“Both articles describe protests and interruptions during Trump's rally in San Antonio on the same date.”

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Toronto Star

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“Both articles describe Trump's rally in San Antonio on the same day, mentioning similar content and context including protests and remarks about Ken Paxton.”

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