Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton has canceled a campaign event originally scheduled for Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, at the Alamo in San Antonio. The appearance was intended to be the final stop of a "Come and Take It" bus tour on the eve of Election Day. Paxton's campaign has not publicly commented on the reasons for the cancellation, but the candidate has instead scheduled appearances in Conroe and Allen.
The Alamo Trust, the organization that manages the historic site, reported that it was unaware of any plans for Paxton to appear on the grounds. The trust maintains "Rules of Reverence" for the site, which is a museum and World Heritage Site. Rule 13 of these regulations states that events or gatherings that are political in nature, involve public policy advocacy, or include unaffiliated fundraising are prohibited on the grounds to maintain a "safe and reverent atmosphere."
Paxton is currently campaigning against Democratic challenger James Talarico. While Texas has not elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1988, recent polls show Talarico with a slight lead, and CBS News has categorized the race as a toss-up. Paxton’s updated schedule for Monday, Nov. 2, includes an 11 a.m. appearance at an event venue in Conroe and a 5:30 p.m. event at a restaurant in Allen.
A change in schedule during the final 24 hours of a campaign can alter a candidate's geographic reach. Residents in Allen and Conroe will now have access to events on Monday, Nov. 2, while those in San Antonio saw the candidate's presence removed from the schedule. While the Alamo Trust prohibits political gatherings on its grounds, it does maintain a designated free-speech zone near the southern portion of Plaza de Valero where individuals may gather without a permit, though audio amplification and physical structures like tables are barred.
The midterm election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Early voting in the state concluded on Friday, Oct. 30. Following the Monday events in Conroe and Allen, the campaign will proceed to the general election. James Talarico held a Houston rally on Saturday, Oct. 31, alongside other Democratic candidates. Results of the Senate race will begin to be reported after polls close on Tuesday evening.