Ken Paxton’s Chances of Beating John Cornyn Surge Days Before Election
Summary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s chances of winning the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate have increased significantly after President Donald Trump publicly endorsed him. Paxton will face incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a run-off election, with the winner advancing to the November general election against Democrat James Talarico.Key Facts
- President Trump endorsed Ken Paxton, calling him a “true MAGA Warrior” and praising his loyalty.
- Paxton’s odds of winning the run-off rose from around 60% to 96% after Trump’s endorsement.
- The run-off election decides who will be the Republican candidate in November’s general election.
- John Cornyn is the current U.S. Senator seeking to keep his seat and has the support of many establishment Republicans.
- Paxton has faced legal and ethical controversies, including a past felony securities fraud case, corruption allegations, and an impeachment that led to acquittal.
- Democrat James Talarico is the expected opponent in the general election and is seen as a strong challenger.
- Cornyn won the March primary by a narrow margin but did not get more than 50%, triggering the run-off.
- Cornyn warns voters about Paxton’s controversies and stresses the importance of character in the election.
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