Neil Bush, former President George W. Bush's younger brother, cast an early ballot for Democrat James Talarico instead of Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate race. Bush announced his vote on Facebook on October 20, criticizing Trump and Paxton's conduct.
Where
Texas
When
Oct. 20, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
Neil BushFormer President George W. Bush's younger brother; voter in Texas Senate race
James TalaricoDemocratic candidate for Texas U.S. Senate
Ken PaxtonRepublican incumbent candidate for Texas U.S. Senate
Donald TrumpPresident; endorsed Paxton
Barbara BushDaughter of George W. Bush; financially supported Talarico's campaign
The facts
Neil Bush cast an early ballot for Democrat James Talarico instead of Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate race.2
Neil Bush announced his vote on Facebook on October 20.2
Neil Bush is 71 years old and son of former President George H.W. Bush.2
These outlets were found through Google News headlines. Google decides which outlets appear there, and they lean mostly one way, so this sheet can only be as balanced as the reporting it was built from. Leanings are AllSides Media Bias Ratings.
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