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Marjorie Taylor Greene Warns Trump May Be 'Reason' Texas Senate Seat Flips

Marjorie Taylor Greene Warns Trump May Be 'Reason' Texas Senate Seat Flips

Summary

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a former Republican representative, commented that President Donald Trump's actions could cause a Texas Senate seat to switch to the Democrats. The Texas Republican Senate primary saw neither major candidates secure a win, leading to a runoff. Trump is expected to endorse one of the candidates soon.

Key Facts

  • Marjorie Taylor Greene suggested Trump could influence the Texas Senate race to turn Democratic.
  • The Texas Senate Republican primary concluded without a clear winner.
  • A runoff election between Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Senator John Cornyn is set for May 26, 2026.
  • President Trump plans to endorse a candidate in the runoff but has not done so yet.
  • Greene criticized Trump’s previous endorsements, claiming they harm the party.
  • Trump suggested he would ask the candidate he does not endorse to withdraw from the race.
  • Team Cornyn and Ken Paxton both issued statements emphasizing their election strategies and reception.

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