President Trump Jokingly Calls Texas Candidate Ken Paxton ‘A Pain in the Ass’ While Praising Loyalty
During remarks in Denton, Texas, President Donald Trump jokingly referred to Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton as "a pain in the ass," while also praising his loyalty.

Monterey Salinas, CA, October 1, 2026 — During remarks made in Denton, Texas, President Donald Trump offered a mixed assessment of Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, referring to him jokingly as “a pain in the ass.” The comments were made while Trump was speaking to an audience, though specific details regarding the event’s date or the context of the remarks were not provided.
Alongside the jest, President Trump also conveyed praise for Ken Paxton, specifically noting his loyalty. The exact nature of the loyalty being referenced or the context in which it was discussed was not detailed in the summary of the remarks.
Ken Paxton currently serves as the Attorney General of Texas. He is running for re-election to the Texas Senate. The specific occasion for President Trump’s remarks in Denton, Texas, including the full scope of the event and the audience present, was not specified.
The summary provided did not include further details on the exchange, the specific context of the candidate’s loyalty, or any subsequent comments made by President Trump or Ken Paxton regarding these remarks. The duration of President Trump’s speaking engagement or any other topics covered were also not detailed.
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