Cornyn Draws Contrast With Massie, Cassidy as He Faces Trump-Backed Paxton
Summary
Senator John Cornyn is running for reelection in Texas and faces a Republican primary runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is backed by President Donald Trump. Cornyn says he supports Trump’s agenda and sees his race differently from other Republicans who lost primaries after opposing Trump. The runoff will decide who faces a Democratic challenger in the November election.Key Facts
- John Cornyn is a four-term U.S. Senator seeking reelection in Texas.
- Ken Paxton, Texas Attorney General, is running against Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton, highlighting Cornyn’s delayed support for Trump’s 2024 campaign.
- Cornyn says he has supported Trump’s agenda but chooses disagreements carefully.
- The runoff is scheduled for May 26 after no candidate won a majority in the March primary.
- The winner of the runoff will face Democrat James Talarico in November.
- The race is seen as a choice between establishment experience (Cornyn) and a more confrontational, Trump-aligned style (Paxton).
- Some Republican leaders, such as Senate Majority Leader John Thune, support Cornyn and express concern about Paxton’s legal and ethical issues.
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