- President Donald Trump suggested at a Texas rally that Venezuela could eventually become a prosperous 51st state following U.S. operations in the country.
- Trump campaigned in Texas to support Republican Ken Paxton in a highly competitive Senate race against Democrat Talarico.
- Billionaire Elon Musk has poured at least $158 million into defeating Talarico, prompting the Democratic candidate to center his campaign on rejecting billionaire influence.
- The Texas trip forms part of a multi-state push by Trump during the final week before the midterm elections to defend key Republican strongholds.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefly joined Trump on stage as the president highlighted oil-processing arrangements with Venezuela amid rising gas prices.
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