Paxton says he won’t cut Social Security benefits, responding to leaked audio

A elder care story from Texas, reported by Houston Pub Media.

Elder Care · Texas · October 13, 2026

From Houston Pub Media

Texas Attorney General and Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton said he would protect Social Security, but that cuts to federal spending are necessary to reduce the budget deficit in the long-term.

Reported by Houston Pub Media, October 13, 2026. Read the full story at Houston Pub Media →

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