WithElection Day just over a week away and early voting in full swing, some of Texas' most prominent political candidates are heading to El Paso.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidateJames Talarico, his Republican opponent Ken Paxton, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa and Republican Gov. Greg Abbott are all campaigning in the Sun City as the Nov. 3 midterm election approaches.
The visits come during the final week of early voting in Texas, as candidates travel across the state to rally supporters, discuss their priorities and encourage Texans to cast their ballots.
Here's a look at which candidates are coming to El Paso and what to know about their scheduled visits.
James Talarico in El Paso: Monday, Oct. 26
Talarico is scheduled to visit El Paso on Monday, Oct. 26, as part of
his"Clear Eyes, Full Hearts" tour.
The tour's name comes from the Texas football classic "Friday Night Lights," where players often used the phrase "Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose."
The rally will take place at 7 p.m. at UTEP's Magoffin Auditorium, 675 Circle Drive.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Ken Paxton in El Paso: Sunday, Nov. 1
Talarico's opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton, recently added more tour dates to his "Come and Take It Tour, including one stop in El Paso.
Paxton will be in El Paso at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Orca Event Center, 11323 Rojas Drive, Suite A-101.
The event is free, but you can reserve spots on the Paxton campaign website.
Gina Hinojosa in El Paso: Wednesday, Oct. 28
Hinojosa will bring her "One Fight Tour" to El Paso on Wednesday, Oct. 28th.
The event will take place at 6 p.m. at the Epic Railyard Event Center, 2201 East Mills Ave.
Merchandise will be available for purchase, and interested volunteers can sign up ahead of Election Day.
Greg Abbott in El Paso: Thursday, Oct. 29
Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a "Get-Out-the-Vote" event at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29, at Rosa's Cantina, 3454 Doniphan Drive.
The event is free, and food and light refreshments will be served.
Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@gannett.com, @NatassiaPaloma on X, natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma on Facebook.
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