‘True Maga warrior’ takes on old-guard Texan in key test of Trump’s GOP grip
Summary
Texas GOP Senate runoff will decide between Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Paxton, endorsed by President Trump, challenges Cornyn, viewed as part of the Republican establishment. The winner will face Democrat James Talarico in the November election.Key Facts
- Ken Paxton is Texas Attorney General and a far-right Republican candidate.
- John Cornyn is a four-term U.S. Senator and former Texas attorney general.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton, calling him a “true Maga warrior.”
- The runoff election follows a close primary where both candidates earned enough votes to compete again.
- Paxton has faced impeachment and criminal charges but retains strong support among conservative voters.
- Cornyn is seen as part of the Republican establishment and known for bipartisan efforts, including a gun safety bill in 2022.
- The winner will face Democrat James Talarico in the general election.
- Talarico aims to be the first Democrat in over 30 years to win a statewide office in Texas.
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