Trump-backed Paxton topples Senator Cornyn in Texas primary run-off
Summary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, supported by President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary run-off against Senator John Cornyn. Paxton will now face Democrat James Talarico in the November Senate election.Key Facts
- Ken Paxton defeated John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate primary run-off.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton, influencing the outcome.
- John Cornyn has been a Texas senator since 2002 and was considered the favorite.
- Cornyn had criticized Trump and supported bipartisan gun laws, which hurt his support among Trump’s base.
- Paxton has faced legal and ethical controversies, including a 2023 impeachment and bribery allegations, but was acquitted.
- Paxton will compete against Democrat James Talarico in the November Senate race.
- Some Republicans worry Paxton could lose the general election, making Texas more competitive for Democrats.
- Talarico called Paxton “the most corrupt politician in America” and invited Cornyn’s supporters to back him.
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