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Video shows Texas Senate candidate traveling to Iceland with companion
A video posted on social media showed Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton boarding a flight to Iceland with a woman identified as Tracy Duhon. Texas Democratic Party officials criticized the trip ahead of the July 4 holiday.
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A video posted on social media showed Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton boarding a flight to Iceland with Tracy Duhon ahead of the July 4 holiday. The 2026 Texas Senate race pits Paxton against Democratic state Rep. James Talarico. Paxton remains legally married to state Sen. Angela Paxton, though the couple is separated and divorce proceedings are underway.
Democratic response Texas Democratic Party spokesman Ryan Martin said the trip occurred at a time when many Texans face higher costs for rent and fuel due to policies Paxton supports. Martin added that Paxton is "putting himself first and America last" and predicted the candidate would have time for such trips after the November election.
Background on relationship The Daily Mail reported that passengers described Paxton and Duhon as traveling together but not displaying overt affection. Duhon, a Christian influencer, met Paxton at the Kentucky Derby while both were married. " Paxton's alleged infidelity was referenced during a prior corruption investigation that led to impeachment proceedings, though he remained in office as state attorney general.
