Summary
A recent poll shows Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton leading Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff for the U.S. Senate. The race could influence the direction of the Republican Party in Texas and possibly impact the 2026 elections.
Key Facts
- Ken Paxton is ahead by three points over John Cornyn according to a poll from Public Policy Polling.
- The survey includes 565 likely voters, with a 4.1% margin of error.
- Another poll by Texas Public Opinion Research shows Paxton leading 49% to 41%.
- The runoff election is set for May 26, 2026.
- President Trump is expected to endorse Cornyn, though his plans might change.
- Voters who approve of President Trump tend to support Paxton, while those who disapprove favor Cornyn.
- The Texas Justice Fund commissioned the Public Policy Polling survey.
