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'A true MAGA warrior:' Trump backs Paxton in Senate GOP runoff

Trump endorsed Paxton and explained that Cornyn’s earlier lack of support influenced his decision.

'A true MAGA warrior:' Trump backs Paxton in Senate GOP runoff
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Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in Texas’s Republican Senate runoff, citing Cornyn’s past lack of support for him. Cornyn and Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico responded, as the article noted polling showing a close potential general-election contest.

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President who endorsed Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff

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Incumbent senator and Paxton’s opponent in the Republican runoff

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Republican Senate candidate endorsed by Trump in the Texas runoff

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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Republican Runoff

Outlets agree that President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff ahead of the May 26 contest. Left-leaning outlets emphasize Paxton’s controversies and present the endorsement as a possible opening for Democrats. Center outlets focus on how Trump’s choice affects the runoff, Republican strategy and November prospects. Right-leaning outlets foreground Trump’s support for Paxton, including his praise of Paxton’s loyalty and alignment with his agenda.

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