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Paxton's win over Cornyn sets up high-stakes Texas clash with Talarico

Paxton's win over Cornyn sets up high-stakes Texas clash with Talarico

Summary

Ken Paxton won the Republican Senate primary in Texas, defeating the current Senator John Cornyn. Paxton, endorsed by President Donald Trump, will run against Democrat James Talarico in the upcoming fall election.

Key Facts

  • Ken Paxton won the Texas Republican Senate primary by a large margin.
  • Paxton was endorsed by President Donald Trump.
  • The incumbent Senator, John Cornyn, lost the GOP nomination.
  • James Talarico is the Democratic nominee for the Senate seat.
  • The general election race in Texas is expected to be closely watched nationwide.
  • The election will take place in the fall during the midterm cycle.
  • Geoff Bennett and Brandon Rottinghaus discussed the primary results on a news program.
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