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Anti-Trump, Democrat Donors Flood John Cornyn Campaign with Cash After Trump Endorses Ken Paxton

Trump’s endorsement of Paxton precedes the fundraising activity the article examines.

Anti-Trump, Democrat Donors Flood John Cornyn Campaign with Cash After Trump Endorses Ken Paxton
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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May 22, 2026
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Sen. John Cornyn raised nearly $150,000 the day after President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in Texas’s Republican Senate runoff. The article highlights donors with Democratic and Never Trump ties and a political action committee spokesman’s criticism of Cornyn, while the Cornyn campaign points to Paxton’s funding.

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who endorsed Paxton in the Texas Senate runoff

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John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

Incumbent senator whose campaign received the reported contributions

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Abigail Davis Spanberger
Former U.S. Representative (D-VA)

Democrat named among the politicians to whom Jason Rhodes donated

Elissa Slotkin
D · MI · SEN

Senator named among Democrats to whom Jason Rhodes donated

Bill Cassidy
R · LA · SEN

Senator mentioned as a recipient of donations from Jason Rhodes and as a voter to impeach Trump

Ken Paxton
R · TX

Senate candidate endorsed by Trump in the Republican runoff

Colin Z. Allred
Former U.S. Representative (D-TX)

House candidate named among Democrats to whom Jason Rhodes donated

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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Runoff

Outlets agree that President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff. Left-leaning outlets often stress that the endorsement could weaken Republicans in November and help Democrat James Talarico. Center outlets report the endorsement and reactions, including Republican concerns about its effects on the race and the party’s prospects. Right-leaning outlets often present Trump’s backing as a boost for Paxton and emphasize his rationale, though some also examine electoral risks or Republican dissent.

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