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Herrera and Padilla Stout clash over guns, border security and character in heated Texas 23rd CD debate

· Reported by Texas Public Radio

Bottom line

Republican Brandon Herrera and Democrat Katy Padilla Stout clashed in a heated debate over guns, border security, and character, with Padilla Stout questioning Herrera's fitness for office based on his online persona.

Why it matters in TX-23

Residents of the 23rd District, including Uvalde and West Texas, will vote in this race to replace former Rep. Tony Gonzales, with key issues including school safety and rural health care.

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