Summary
A new poll shows a close race between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary for the U.S. Senate election. Paxton leads slightly with 47% support compared to Cornyn's 42%, with a runoff election set for May 26 as neither candidate secured a majority in the initial primary.
Key Facts
- The Republican primary decides who will compete against Democrat James Talarico in the November general election.
- The latest poll gives Paxton a narrow lead over Cornyn, with Paxton at 47% and Cornyn at 42%.
- 12% of voters remain undecided according to the poll.
- An endorsement from President Trump might influence the race outcome, though Paxton currently leads regardless.
- In past surveys, the race between Cornyn and Paxton has been very close.
- A runoff election will occur on May 26, as no candidate won a majority in the primary.
- Senator Cornyn's stance on gun control and immigration has been noted in the polling analysis.
- Voter enthusiasm appears higher among Paxton's supporters compared to Cornyn's.
