Turning Point Action Endorsing Ken Paxton Sparks Backlash Online
Summary
Turning Point Action, a political advocacy group, endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the 2026 Republican U.S. Senate primary. This endorsement has led to significant responses online due to Paxton's controversial background and the close polling in the primary race. The primary, featuring Paxton, Senator John Cornyn, and Congressman Wesley Hunt, reflects broader divisions within the Republican Party.Key Facts
- Turning Point Action endorsed Ken Paxton for the Texas Republican Senate primary.
- The endorsement led to mixed reactions online, highlighting criticisms of Paxton's past.
- Paxton is challenging the current Senator John Cornyn and Congressman Wesley Hunt in the primary.
- A University of Houston poll showed Paxton leading with 38%, Cornyn at 31%, and Hunt at 17%.
- The poll included 550 likely Republican voters, with a margin of error of about 4.18%.
- Early voting for the Texas primary starts on February 17, with the primary election on March 3.
- Critics of Paxton highlighted his past legal issues and personal controversies on social media.
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