Will the Texas primary run-off give Democrats a chance to flip the state?
Summary
Texas Republicans will hold a run-off election to choose their Senate candidate between Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by President Donald Trump, and Senator John Cornyn. The winner will face Democrat James Talarico in November, with Democrats seeing a possible chance to win a statewide seat for the first time since 1994 because Paxton faces several controversies.Key Facts
- Texas Republicans are holding a Senate primary run-off between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in the run-off.
- The winner will compete against Democrat James Talarico in the November midterm elections.
- Democrats have not won a statewide seat in Texas since 1994, but recent races have become more competitive.
- Ken Paxton has faced accusations including adultery, securities fraud, and support for the January 6 insurrection.
- Paxton focuses his campaign on border security and tax cuts, and opposes Big Tech companies.
- Some Texas Republicans worry that Paxton's controversies could hurt the party’s chances in the general election.
- Polls suggest a Paxton nomination could reduce Republican support by 5-8 points in other races.
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